zing1 hei3 syun4蒸汽船
Jyutpingzing1 hei3 syun4
Yalejīng hei syùhn
Definition
Steamship; steamboat.
neutraltransport
How it's used
This term refers specifically to the historical vessels powered by steam engines. It is rarely used in modern daily life except when discussing history, maritime technology, or visiting museums. In contemporary Hong Kong, people usually refer to modern ferries or ships simply as 船.
Measure word
gaa3架gaExamples
People used to take steamships to cross the harbor all the time.
Related words
Common phrases
to take a steamship
Grammar color guide
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Classifier
Particle
Connector
Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
