fong4 hung1 dung6防空洞
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Yalefòhng hūng duhng
Definition
Air-raid shelter; an underground shelter used to protect against air attacks.
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How it's used
Historical sites in Hong Kong often feature these structures, which are now frequently repurposed or sealed off for safety. While the term is literal, it carries a strong association with the city's wartime history during the Japanese occupation. You will rarely hear it used in a modern context unless discussing architecture, urban exploration, or local heritage.
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This place used to be an air-raid shelter.
Do you know where there is an air-raid shelter nearby?
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Common phrases
hidden air-raid shelter
sealed air-raid shelter
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