bui6 fo2 lou4焙火爐焙火炉
Jyutpingbui6 fo2 lou4
Yalebuih fó lòuh
Definition
A heater, brazier, or fireplace used to keep warm.
colloquialhomedaily actions
How it's used
Describes the specific act of sitting near a heat source to warm oneself, often implying a sense of comfort or relaxation. While the term refers to the physical action, it is frequently used to describe the cozy atmosphere of gathering around a fire during winter. It is rarely used in modern urban Hong Kong apartments, making it sound slightly nostalgic or literary.
Examples
It is so cold, come over to the fireplace to warm up.
He is sitting by the fireplace to keep warm and does not want to move.
Related words
Common phrases
gathering around the fireplace
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