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Definition
A street stall, stand, or booth set up outdoors for doing business.
colloquialshoppingplaces
How it's used
Refers specifically to temporary or mobile setups, often found at street markets or festivals. It implies a more informal, makeshift structure compared to a permanent shop or store. The term is frequently used when describing the small, individual units that make up a larger night market or bazaar.
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There is a fish ball stall over there.
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to refer to a proper brick and mortar shop, as it specifically denotes a smaller, often portable setup. For a permanent store, use 舖頭 instead.
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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.



