tit3 ke4 si6鐵騎士铁骑士
Jyutpingtit3 ke4 si6
Yaletit kèh sih
Definition
A motorcyclist; a motorcycle rider.
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How it's used
This term is a common, slightly informal way to refer to someone riding a motorcycle, often used in news reports or by the public to describe road users. It carries a sense of vulnerability, as motorcyclists are frequently referred to as "flesh wrapped around iron" in local culture. It is more descriptive and specific than simply saying someone is riding a bike.
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Did you see a motorcyclist pass by just now?
Related words
Common phrases
motorcycle accident
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 騎士, which is a generic term for a knight or a rider of any kind, as 鐵騎士 specifically implies a motorized vehicle. It is also not used for people riding bicycles, who are typically called 單車友.
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Grammar guides
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