si3 gun2使館使馆
Jyutpingsi3 gun2
Yalesi gún
Definition
Embassy; the official residence or offices of an ambassador.
neutralplaces
How it's used
Refers specifically to the official diplomatic mission of a country in a foreign capital. While often used interchangeably with 領事館 in casual conversation, they are technically distinct: the former handles high level diplomatic relations, while the latter focuses on consular services like passports and visas for citizens.
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gaan1間gānExamples
He has to go to the embassy tomorrow to handle his visa.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 領事館, which is a consulate. People often use the two terms loosely, but they have different administrative functions and legal statuses.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
