gam1 kuk1金曲
Jyutpinggam1 kuk1
Yalegām kūk
Definition
Classic, well-known, or popular song.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to songs that have stood the test of time and remain widely recognized across generations. It carries a nostalgic weight, often implying that the song is a representative piece of a particular era in Hong Kong pop culture. While it can describe any popular song, it is most frequently applied to Cantopop tracks from the 1980s and 1990s.
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sau2首sáuExamples
This is the classic song I loved listening to when I was little.
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Common mistake
Do not use this to describe a song that is merely trending or popular right now. A song needs to have achieved a certain level of longevity or iconic status to be considered a 金曲.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
