coeng3 lung4 zau1唱龍舟唱龙舟
Jyutpingcoeng3 lung4 zau1
Yalecheung lùhng jāu
Definition
To sing dragon boat folk songs; a traditional style of Cantonese narrative singing.
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How it's used
This refers to a traditional form of Cantonese narrative singing that originated in the Pearl River Delta. Performers typically hold a small wooden dragon boat model and use a small gong and drum for accompaniment while chanting rhythmic, rhyming verses. It is a dying art form that is now mostly seen during cultural festivals or heritage preservation events rather than as common street entertainment.
Examples
He loves singing dragon boat folk songs and performs on the street all the time.
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Common phrases
dragon boat folk song performance
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