gam1 jyu2 gaai1金魚街金鱼街
Jyutpinggam1 jyu2 gaai1
Yalegām yú gāai
Definition
Goldfish Street; a popular name for a section of Tung Choi Street in Mong Kok, Hong Kong, known for its pet shops.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the section of Tung Choi Street in Mong Kok famous for its numerous aquarium shops. It is a popular destination for both hobbyists and tourists looking to see the rows of bags filled with fish hanging outside storefronts. Locals rarely use the formal street name when planning a trip there, preferring this descriptive nickname.
Measure word
tiu4條tìuhExamples
Do you know where the Goldfish Market is?
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Common phrases
to stroll through the Goldfish Market
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