dong1 hung4 zaa3 zi2 gai1當紅炸子雞当红炸子鸡
Jyutpingdong1 hung4 zaa3 zi2 gai1
Yaledōng hùhng ja jí gāi
Definition
An extremely popular public figure or celebrity, especially in show business.
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How it's used
Originally a classic Cantonese banquet dish, this term has evolved into a metaphorical label for someone experiencing a sudden surge in fame or public favor. It carries a nuance of being the flavor of the month, implying that the person is currently the most sought-after figure in media or entertainment. Because it is a playful idiom, it is rarely used to describe someone with long-standing, legendary status.
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keoi5佢hai6係ne1呢paai4排din6電si6視toi4台ge3嘅dong1當hung4紅zaa3炸zi2子gai1雞，hou2好do1多gwong2廣gou3告wan2搵keoi5佢paak3拍。
He is the current hotshot at the TV station; many commercials want him to film.
Who is the most popular star in the music scene right now?
Related words
Common phrases
to become the hottest star
Common mistake
Do not use this term to describe someone who is simply talented or respected; it specifically refers to someone who is currently trendy, highly visible, and in high demand by the media.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
