wai4 cyun4 hok6 gaa1遺傳學家遗传学家
Jyutpingwai4 cyun4 hok6 gaa1
Yalewàih chyùhn hohk gā
Definition
Geneticist; a specialist in genetics.
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How it's used
Professional titles ending in 家 are standard in both formal and academic contexts. While the term is borrowed from written Chinese, it is used exactly the same way in spoken Cantonese when discussing science or career paths. It carries a sense of expertise and academic rigor.
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wai6位waihExamples
Her childhood dream was to become a geneticist.
This geneticist has been doing research for many years.
Related words
Common phrases
famous geneticist
senior geneticist
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