daai6 lou6 fo3大路貨大路货
Jyutpingdaai6 lou6 fo3
Yaledaaih louh fo
Definition
Mass-market goods; mass-produced goods of average quality and low price.
colloquialshopping
How it's used
Carries a slightly derogatory or dismissive tone, implying that the item lacks uniqueness or high quality. It is frequently used to contrast with boutique, custom, or high-end products. The term highlights the ubiquity and lack of distinction of the goods rather than just their price point.
Measure word
gin2件gínExamples
These mass-market goods are sold everywhere.
Why do you need to buy these generic, mass-produced items?
Related words
Common phrases
specialize in selling mass-market goods
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the literal meaning of a big road. It is strictly used to describe products that are common and unoriginal, not to describe actual infrastructure or traffic.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
