tit3 mun4鐵門铁门
Jyutpingtit3 mun4
Yaletit mùhn
Definition
Iron gate, metal gate, or metal door.
colloquialhomeplaces
How it's used
Refers specifically to the heavy, retractable metal security gate found outside almost every apartment in Hong Kong. It is distinct from the main wooden door, which is usually referred to as 木門. People often use the classifier 道 when referring to these gates, emphasizing their role as a barrier.
Measure word
dou6道douhExamples
Remember to lock the metal gate well before you leave.
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Common mistake
Learners often forget that in Hong Kong, most homes have two doors: the inner wooden door and the outer metal gate. If you just say 門, people might be confused about which one you are referring to, so specifying 鐵門 is necessary for clarity.
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Grammar guides
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