baa3 leng3 wai2霸靚位霸靓位
Jyutpingbaa3 leng3 wai2
Yaleba leng wái
Definition
To reserve or secure a prime spot or good seat in advance.
colloquialdaily actionsplaces
How it's used
Focuses on securing a prime or desirable location, such as a seat with a good view or a table near the buffet. It implies an active effort to claim territory before others can, often in crowded public spaces. The term carries a slightly informal and competitive nuance, suggesting the spot is worth the effort to hold.
Examples
You save a good spot for me, I'll be back right after I buy food.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this for simply reserving a table at a restaurant via phone, as that is usually referred to as 訂位. 霸靚位 specifically implies physically occupying or guarding a space in person.
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