sau1 ngan2 gei1收銀機收银机
Jyutpingsau1 ngan2 gei1
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Definition
Cash register.
colloquialshoppingwork
How it's used
Refers specifically to the physical machine used for processing transactions in a retail environment. While modern electronic point of sale systems are common, the term remains the standard way to describe the device where payments are handled. It is distinct from the person operating it, who is referred to as a 收銀員.
Measure word
bou6部bouhExamples
The customer went over to the cash register to pay.
Can you watch the cash register for me? I'm going to the restroom.
Related words
Common phrases
cash register counter
Grammar color guide
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Particle
Connector
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.
