soeng1 leoi5商旅
Jyutpingsoeng1 leoi5
Yalesēung léuih
Definition
Itinerant merchant; a traveling businessman.
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How it's used
This term is formal and carries a historical or literary weight, often evoking images of ancient trade routes like the Silk Road. It is rarely used in modern daily conversation to describe contemporary business travelers, who are more commonly referred to as 出差人士 or 商務旅客. Using it in a casual setting can make your speech sound like a period drama script.
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In the past, itinerant merchants often had to travel long distances to sell their goods.
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Common phrases
life of an itinerant merchant
trade and travel between merchants
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 商務旅客, which refers to modern business travelers staying in hotels. 商旅 specifically implies a traditional, long-distance, and often arduous style of trade.
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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.
