fong1 zaak6芳澤芳泽

Jyutpingfong1 zaak6

Yalefōng jaahk

Definition

Scented hair oil used by women in ancient times, or figuratively, a woman's fragrance, looks, or affection.

archaicscented hair oil used by women in old times
literarya woman's fragrance, beauty, or affection

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How it's used

Literary and archaic in nature, this term is rarely used in casual daily speech. It is mostly encountered in classical literature, formal writing, or when someone is being intentionally poetic or flowery. Using it in a standard conversation will likely make you sound like you are reciting a period drama script.

Examples

keoi5佢soeng2想jat1一can1親fong1芳zaak6澤，ho2可sik1惜mou5冇gei1機wui6會。

He wanted to kiss her, but unfortunately he had no chance.

nei4呢wai6位neoi5女si6士zan1真hai6係fong1芳zaak6澤dung6動jan4人。

This lady is truly beautiful and charming.

Common phrases

jat1一can1親fong1芳zaak6澤

to get a kiss from a lady

Common mistake

Learners often mistake it for a common word for kiss, but it is highly formal and carries an elegant, old-fashioned nuance that does not fit modern, casual dating contexts.