si1 gaa1 ji1 sang1私家醫生私家医生
Jyutpingsi1 gaa1 ji1 sang1
Yalesī gā yī sāng
Definition
Private doctor; a medical practitioner who works in private practice rather than the public health system.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to doctors in private practice rather than those working in the public hospital system. It carries a connotation of convenience and shorter waiting times, though it is significantly more expensive than using public clinics. People often use this term to contrast with public services when discussing medical care choices.
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He is sick and wants to see a private doctor.
Do you have a familiar private doctor to recommend?
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Common phrases
to see a private doctor
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with a personal doctor or family physician in the Western sense, as it simply denotes the private sector status of the practitioner. It is not used to describe a doctor who is personally employed by an individual.
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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.
