coeng4 pou4長袍长袍
Jyutpingcoeng4 pou4
Yalechèuhng pòuh
Definition
Long gown; a full-length robe that reaches the feet.
neutralclothing
How it's used
Refers specifically to traditional Chinese-style robes that extend to the ankles. It is rarely used for modern clothing and usually evokes a sense of tradition, formality, or historical costume. In contemporary Hong Kong, you are more likely to see this word in the context of period dramas or formal cultural ceremonies.
Measure word
gin2件gínExamples
He wore a long gown when he got married.
Have you ever seen anyone wearing a long gown?
Related words
Common phrases
to wear a long gown
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Grammar guides
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