fong1 lik6 san1方力申
Jyutpingfong1 lik6 san1
Yalefōng lihk sān
Definition
Alex Fong, a Hong Kong singer, actor, and former Olympic swimmer.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the Hong Kong celebrity known for his background as a former Olympic swimmer turned singer and actor. It is used as a standard proper noun in casual conversation, often appearing in discussions about Cantopop or local cinema history. Unlike some other celebrities, his name is frequently used in full rather than abbreviated.
Examples
Do you know how many movies Alex Fong has acted in?
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