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Definition
Butcher; a person who slaughters animals for a living.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to someone who slaughters animals for a living, rather than a person who simply sells meat at a market stall. The latter is more commonly referred to as 肉販 or 賣肉嘅人 in everyday conversation. Using this term for a regular supermarket butcher can sound overly dramatic or archaic.
Measure word
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That butcher is very strong, he cut the meat in one go.
Do you know where there is a butcher who can help process this meat?
Related words
Common phrases
professional butcher
Common mistake
Avoid using this word to describe a grocery store employee who cuts meat, as it implies the act of slaughtering animals rather than just retail preparation.
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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.
