tung1 keoi4 lou2通渠佬
Jyutpingtung1 keoi4 lou2
Yaletūng kèuih lóu
Definition
A plumber who specializes in clearing blocked drains and pipes.
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How it's used
The suffix 佬 is used here to denote a person who performs a specific manual trade, often carrying a slightly informal or rough-around-the-edges connotation. While it is the standard term for a plumber, it is not considered offensive, though it is strictly colloquial. It specifically refers to someone who clears blockages in pipes rather than a general pipe-fitter or technician.
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The toilet at home is clogged, hurry up and find a plumber.
Do you know which plumber does a good job?
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Common mistake
Do not use this term in a formal business context or when writing a professional invoice, as it sounds too casual. Use 水喉匠 if you need to refer to a licensed professional in a formal setting.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
