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Yaletùhng yàhn
Definition
Colleague; coworker.
neutralworkpeople
How it's used
Carries a formal and slightly respectful tone, often used in professional settings or official announcements. It sounds much more elevated than the everyday term 同事. You will frequently hear it in speeches or written communications addressed to staff members.
Measure word
wai6位waihExamples
This person is a colleague from my company.
Colleagues, let's discuss the next plan in today's meeting.
Related words
Common phrases
all colleagues
Common mistake
Avoid using this in casual conversation with friends or peers, as it sounds overly stiff and pretentious. Stick to 同事 for standard daily interactions.
Grammar color guide
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Classifier
Particle
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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.
