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Definition
Gay bar.
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How it's used
This term is a direct loanword from English, combining the Cantonese transliteration of gay with the common loanword for bar. It is used neutrally to describe establishments catering primarily to the LGBTQ+ community. While it is widely understood, it is most common in casual conversation among younger generations.
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Which gay bar did they go to have fun at last night?
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Grammar guides
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