tai3 gung1替工
Jyutpingtai3 gung1
Yaletai gūng
Definition
Temporary substitute worker.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to someone filling in for a shift or a short-term role rather than a permanent replacement. It is common to use this term in service industries or part-time jobs where staff coverage is needed on short notice. Unlike professional titles, it focuses purely on the temporary nature of the task.
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go3個goExamples
He is looking for a substitute worker lately, are you interested in doing it?
I need to take leave next week and have to find a substitute to help out.
Related words
Common phrases
to look for a substitute worker
to work as a substitute
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 代理, which usually refers to an agent or a person holding a formal proxy power. 替工 is strictly for labor or task-based substitution.
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Grammar guides
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