Master common occupation names in Cantonese! Learn how to say doctor (醫生), teacher (老師), lawyer (律師), engineer (工程師), and other professions.
Occupation vocabulary is essential for introductions, networking, career discussions, and understanding Hong Kong's diverse professional landscape. Perfect for job seekers and professionals.
Includes native audio, Jyutping, and examples from professional contexts.
| Cantonese | English | Pronounce |
|---|---|---|
| occupation | ||
| actor | ||
| businessperson | ||
| chef | ||
| civil servant | ||
| dentist | ||
| doctor | ||
| engineer | ||
| farmer | ||
| homemaker | ||
| journalist | ||
|
wong6
王
|
king | |
| lawyer | ||
| manager | ||
| nurse | ||
| office worker | ||
| police officer | ||
| politician | ||
|
gai1
雞
|
prostitute | |
| resume | ||
| student | ||
| surgeon | ||
| teacher | ||
| translator | ||
| waiter | ||
| writer | ||
| fisherman | ||
| looking for a job | ||
| pharmacist | ||
| receptionist | ||
| salesperson | ||
| speech-language pathologist, speech therapist | ||
| waitress |
After mastering general occupations vocabulary, you might want to explore other essential Cantonese vocabulary categories to expand your language skills further. Check out our complete vocabulary collection to discover more themed word lists.
Understanding general occupations-related vocabulary is essential for anyone learning Cantonese, whether you're planning to visit Hong Kong, communicate with Cantonese-speaking friends and family, or immerse yourself in Cantonese culture through films, TV shows, and music.
These 33 carefully selected words represent the most commonly used general occupations terms in everyday Cantonese conversations. Each word comes with:
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