dang1 cyu5燈柱灯柱
Jyutpingdang1 cyu5
Yaledāng chyúh
Definition
Lamppost; a vertical post with a light at the top for illuminating roads.
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How it's used
Every lamppost in Hong Kong is marked with a unique identification number, which is essential for emergency services to locate people in distress. When reporting a location, locals often refer to this specific number on the pole rather than street addresses. It is a vital piece of urban infrastructure for navigation and safety.
Measure word
tiu4條tìuhExamples
That lamppost is broken, the whole street is very dark.
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Common phrases
lamppost number
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