zyu3 sau2駐守驻守
Jyutpingzyu3 sau2
Yalejyu sáu
Definition
To garrison; to station; to be stationed at a place to guard and defend it.
neutralworkplaces
How it's used
Focuses on the act of maintaining a presence at a specific location for defensive or security purposes. While it often appears in military or formal security contexts, it can also describe staff or personnel assigned to a fixed station or office. It implies a sense of duty and permanence compared to simply visiting or passing through a place.
Examples
That army has been stationed at the border for a long time.
Do you know who is responsible for guarding this post?
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Grammar guides
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