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Definition
Sergeant; a non-commissioned officer rank in the military.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to a non-commissioned officer rank in the military, equivalent to a sergeant. It is rarely used outside of formal military contexts or when discussing specific rank structures. In casual conversation, people might simply use the English loanword sergeant or a more general term for a superior.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 上司, which means superior or boss. The two words sound similar but have completely different meanings and contexts.
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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.
