baa1 lai4 tit3 taap3巴黎鐵塔巴黎铁塔
Jyutpingbaa1 lai4 tit3 taap3
Yalebā làih tit taap
Definition
The Eiffel Tower in Paris, a world-famous landmark.
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How it's used
This term is the standard way to refer to the Eiffel Tower in Cantonese, as the literal translation of the French name is rarely used in daily speech. It functions as a proper noun and is widely understood across all age groups in Hong Kong. It is often used in travel contexts or when discussing iconic global landmarks.
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zo2座jóExamples
You must go see the Eiffel Tower when you visit Paris.
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Common phrases
a classic Cantonese comedy film title, often used as a humorous idiom for something being turned upside down
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