zaam6 paai2站牌
Jyutpingzaam6 paai2
Yalejaahm páai
Definition
Bus stop sign or flag showing the stop name and route details.
colloquialtransportplaces
How it's used
Refers specifically to the physical pole or signpost that displays bus route information. While people often use the term to mean the entire bus stop area, it strictly denotes the signage itself. It is common to see people standing right next to the sign to signal the driver as the bus approaches.
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faai3塊faiExamples
Which bus stop sign are you waiting at?
The bus stop sign says two bus routes pass through here.
Related words
Common phrases
to check the bus stop sign
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 巴士站, which refers to the entire bus stop location or the bay itself. Using 站牌 to describe the whole stop area can sound slightly unnatural as it specifically highlights the signpost.
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