sau2 haa6手下

Jyutpingsau2 haa6

Yalesáu hah

名詞Common

Definition

Subordinate; an underling or someone who works under one's leadership.

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How it's used

This term carries a slightly hierarchical or even slightly dramatic tone, often used in contexts involving business management, organized groups, or even lighthearted banter about one's team. It implies a direct reporting line where the person in charge has authority over the actions of their subordinates. It is more specific than just saying colleague or employee, as it emphasizes the power dynamic.

Measure word

go3個go

Examples

keoi5佢daai3帶zyu6住jat1一baan1班sau2手haa6下heoi3去zou6做je5嘢。

He took a group of subordinates to get the job done.

nei5你di1啲sau2手haa6下hai6係mai6咪m4唔teng1聽nei5你waa6話aa4呀？

Are your subordinates not listening to you?

Common phrases

jat1一baan1班sau2手haa6下

a group of subordinates

gun2管zyu6住sau2手haa5下

to manage one's subordinates

Common mistake

Avoid using this to refer to your own peers or equals, as it sounds condescending or implies you are their boss. It is not a neutral term for a coworker.