zung1 tou4 suk1 se3中途宿舍
Jyutpingzung1 tou4 suk1 se3
Yalejūng tòuh sūk se
Definition
Half-way house
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How it's used
Refers specifically to residential facilities designed to help individuals transition back into society after a period of institutionalization, such as prison or psychiatric care. It carries a formal, administrative tone often found in social work or news reports rather than casual conversation. The focus is on the supportive, temporary nature of the living arrangement.
Measure word
gaan1間gānExamples
He is living in a halfway house, preparing to reintegrate into society.
Is this halfway house specifically for rehabilitated persons?
Related words
Common phrases
to move into a halfway house
halfway house services
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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.
