wu6 joeng5 jyun2護養院护养院
Jyutpingwu6 joeng5 jyun2
Yalewuh yéuhng yún
Definition
Nursing home; an institution providing residential and medical care for the elderly or chronically ill.
neutralhealthpeople
How it's used
Refers specifically to residential facilities providing medical care and nursing services for the elderly or those with chronic illnesses. It is distinct from an elderly centre or a retirement home, which may focus more on social activities rather than intensive medical support. The term is formal enough to be used in news reports or official documents, but remains common in everyday discussions about family care.
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gaan1間gānExamples
The nursing home where his grandmother lives has a pretty good environment.
Related words
Common phrases
private nursing home
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 安老院, which is a broader term for residential homes for the elderly that may not necessarily provide the same level of medical or nursing care as a 護養院.
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