fong4 wai2 wui2房委會房委会
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Yalefòhng wái wúi
Definition
Hong Kong Housing Authority
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How it's used
This acronym is the standard way to refer to the government body responsible for public housing in Hong Kong. It is used interchangeably in both formal news reports and casual conversation when discussing housing policies or rent adjustments. The term is so deeply integrated into daily life that it is rarely referred to by its full name.
Examples
The Housing Authority is raising rents again, it's really a lot of pressure.
Do you know how to apply for public housing from the Housing Authority?
Related words
Common phrases
Housing Authority public housing
Housing Authority rent increase
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Grammar guides
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