bun2 dei6 coi3本地菜
Jyutpingbun2 dei6 coi3
Yalebún deih choi
Definition
Locally grown vegetables, or colloquially, a local girl.
- locally grown vegetables
- slanga local, homegrown girl
colloquialfoodpeople
How it's used
Using this term to refer to a person is highly informal and carries a slightly objectifying tone, as it treats women as a commodity. When referring to produce, it emphasizes that the vegetables were grown within Hong Kong rather than imported from the mainland. Be cautious when using the personal sense, as it can sound disrespectful depending on the social context.
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tiu4條tìuhExamples
These local vegetables are very fresh, buy some to cook.
He always says he wants to find a local girl to be his girlfriend.
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Common phrases
fresh local vegetables
Common mistake
Do not use the term to refer to a person in a formal or professional setting, as it is considered slang and potentially offensive. Stick to the literal meaning when talking about food to avoid misunderstandings.
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