coi3 coek3 jin4蔡卓妍
Jyutpingcoi3 coek3 jin4
Yalechoi cheuk yìhn
Definition
Charlene Choi, a Hong Kong actress, singer, and member of the Cantopop duo Twins.
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How it's used
Commonly referred to by her nickname 阿Sa, which is how most locals address her in casual conversation. Using her full name is usually reserved for formal contexts like news reports or official biographies. It is rare to hear people use the full three-character name in daily social settings.
Examples
Do you like listening to Charlene Choi sing?
When I was young, I really liked watching Charlene Choi's movies.
Common phrases
o1阿Sa
Ah Sa (her common nickname)
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Grammar guides
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