zai3 gwan1濟軍济军
Jyutpingzai3 gwan1
Yalejai gwān
Definition
Military forces or army.
colloquialworkpeople
How it's used
The term 濟軍 is a specific, colloquial way to refer to the military or armed forces in Cantonese. It carries a slightly informal tone compared to the more formal terms like 軍隊. It is often used when discussing someone's occupation or background in a casual conversation.
Examples
Related words
Common phrases
to serve in the military
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 濟軍 with standard Mandarin terms for military. It is important to remember that 濟軍 is highly specific to Cantonese speakers and might not be understood by non-Cantonese speakers.
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Grammar guides
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