daai6 dou6 sai1大道西
Jyutpingdaai6 dou6 sai1
Yaledaaih douh sāi
Definition
Queen's Road West, a major road in Western District, Hong Kong Island.
colloquialplacestransport
How it's used
Locals use this shorthand to navigate the long stretch of Queen's Road that spans much of Hong Kong Island. It is strictly a geographical reference point for taxi drivers or when giving directions. You will rarely hear it used in formal writing, where the full name is required.
Examples
Do you know how to get to Queen's Road West?
Related words
Common phrases
Queen's Road West Market
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the main Queen's Road Central, as they are distinct areas with different vibes and transport links. Always specify the suffix to avoid ending up on the wrong side of the island.
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