zyun1 fo1專科专科
Jyutpingzyun1 fo1
Yalejyūn fō
Definition
A special field, branch, or department of knowledge or medicine.
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How it's used
Focuses specifically on professional fields or medical branches where deep expertise is required. It is frequently used in academic and medical contexts to distinguish a specific area of study from a general one. When referring to a doctor, it is almost always paired with 醫生 to clarify the role.
Examples
He recently went to see a dermatology specialist.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 專業, which refers to the general concept of professionalism or being professional. 專科 describes the specific domain or branch, whereas 專業 describes the quality or status of being an expert.
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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.
