gaai1 gei1街機街机
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Yalegāai gēi
Definition
An arcade game machine.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the large, stationary cabinets found in arcades, rather than home consoles or handheld devices. While the term is still understood, it carries a strong sense of nostalgia for the golden age of local arcades in Hong Kong. It is almost exclusively used in the context of visiting a machine-filled venue, known as a 機舖.
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When I was young, I often went to the arcade to play arcade games.
Do you like going to the arcade to play arcade games?
Related words
Common phrases
to play arcade games
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with console games or mobile games, as those are never referred to as 街機. It is strictly tied to the physical, coin-operated machines found in public gaming centers.
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Grammar guides
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