syun4 zoeng2船長船长
Jyutpingsyun4 zoeng2
Yalesyùhn jéung
Definition
Captain of a ship; the person in supreme command of a vessel, responsible for all its affairs.
neutralpeopletransport
How it's used
Refers specifically to the person in charge of a vessel, carrying a sense of authority and responsibility for the entire crew and cargo. While it is a formal title, it is used in everyday conversation whenever discussing maritime travel or nautical professions. It is distinct from the term 機長 which is used for the pilot of an airplane.
Measure word
wai6位waihExamples
The captain is very experienced and led us safely back to the port.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the term 船主, which refers to the owner of the ship rather than the person operating it.
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Grammar guides
- 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.
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