wu6 wai6 jyun4護衛員护卫员
Jyutpingwu6 wai6 jyun4
Yalewuh waih yùhn
Definition
Security guard
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How it's used
While 護衛員 is the formal term used in job descriptions and official signage, people in daily life almost exclusively use 保安. Using 護衛員 in casual conversation can sound slightly stiff or overly professional, as if you are reading from a document.
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Remember to greet the security guard when you see him.
Related words
Common phrases
building security guard
Common mistake
Learners often use 護衛員 when speaking to friends, but it sounds unnatural in casual settings. Stick to 保安 for everyday speech to avoid sounding like a formal report.
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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.
