pou1 si6 kaat1甫士咭
Jyutpingpou1 si6 kaat1
Yalepōu sih kāat
Definition
Postcard.
colloquialtravelcommunication
How it's used
Derived from the English word postcard, this term is a classic example of Hong Kong's colonial-era linguistic influence. While younger generations often use the English word directly or the more standard 明信片, 甫士咭 retains a nostalgic, slightly old-fashioned charm. It is frequently heard among older speakers or in contexts referencing traditional travel souvenirs.
Measure word
zoeng1張jēungExamples
Remember to send a postcard back when you go traveling.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 甫士, which is a separate loanword meaning pose. Using 甫士咭 to describe a photograph of someone posing will cause confusion.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
