pun4 cin2盤錢盘钱
Jyutpingpun4 cin2
Yalepùhn chín
Definition
To examine thoroughly; can also historically refer to travel expenses, luggage, or customs inspections.
- to examine thoroughly; to cross-examine
- archaictravel expenses; luggage at customs
colloquialtraveltransport
How it's used
Primarily used in the context of customs or security checks, this term implies a rigorous or suspicious inspection of one's belongings. It carries a slightly more intense nuance than simple checking, often suggesting that the inspector is looking for something specific or prohibited.
Examples
Customs is checking the luggage, it's taking a long time.
Related words
Common phrases
to have one's luggage inspected by someone
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the Mandarin term 盤纏 which refers to travel expenses or money for a journey. In Cantonese, 盤錢 specifically refers to the physical inspection of baggage.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
