seoi6 pou1睡鋪睡铺
Jyutpingseoi6 pou1
Yaleseuih pōu
Definition
A bunk, berth, or sleeping berth on a train or ship.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to a bed that is part of a bunk bed structure, often found in dormitories or shared living spaces. While it is a standard term, many locals might simply use 碌架床 to describe the entire bunk bed unit rather than focusing on the individual sleeping surface.
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zoeng1張jēungExamples
Do you prefer sleeping on the top or bottom bunk?
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 睡房, which refers to the entire bedroom rather than the bed itself.
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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.
