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Definition
A general manager, supervisor, or chief administrator who is the head of a department or organization.
How it's used
Refers specifically to a person in charge of operations or a department, often carrying a slightly formal or traditional nuance compared to modern corporate titles. It is frequently used in contexts involving service staff, household management, or large-scale event coordination. While it implies authority, it does not necessarily imply the highest executive rank in a company, but rather the person managing the day-to-day workflow.
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Common mistake
Avoid using this for modern corporate roles like manager or director, as those are usually referred to as 經理 or 主管. Using 總管 in a standard office setting can sound archaic or like you are referring to a butler or a head of staff in a historical drama.
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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.
