fei2 ceoi3 toi4翡翠台
Jyutpingfei2 ceoi3 toi4
Yaleféi cheui tòih
Definition
Jade Channel, the Cantonese television channel of Hong Kong's TVB.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the primary Cantonese language channel of Television Broadcasts Limited. It serves as a cultural touchstone for Hong Kong households, often simply called 台 when the context is clear. It is frequently associated with the evening news and prime time drama serials that define local viewing habits.
Examples
Are you watching Jade Channel tonight?
The drama currently airing on Jade Channel is quite good.
Related words
Common phrases
Jade Channel news
Jade Channel drama series
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Grammar guides
- 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.
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