dung1 fong1 zi1 zyu1東方之珠东方之珠
Jyutpingdung1 fong1 zi1 zyu1
Yaledūng fōng jī jyū
Definition
Pearl of the Orient, an honorific praising Hong Kong as a prosperous Eastern city.
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How it's used
This term is a romanticized, poetic epithet that evokes a sense of nostalgia and civic pride. It is frequently referenced in popular culture, most notably in the classic song by Lo Ta-yu, which solidified its status as a cultural icon for the city. While it is widely recognized, it is rarely used in casual, everyday conversation unless one is discussing the city's history, tourism, or identity.
Examples
Hong Kong really lives up to its name as the Pearl of the Orient.
Do you know why people call Hong Kong the Pearl of the Orient?
Related words
Common phrases
the Pearl of the Orient shines brightly
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
