gu1 sing1 leoi6孤星淚孤星泪
Jyutpinggu1 sing1 leoi6
Yalegū sīng leuih
Definition
Les Misérables, the famous French historical novel by Victor Hugo and its adaptations.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the classic novel or the musical adaptation. When discussing the musical, it is common to add 套戲 or 舞台劇 after the title to clarify the medium. It is widely recognized in Hong Kong culture due to the popularity of the stage production.
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tou3套touExamples
The Les Miserables movie is really touching.
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Common phrases
Les Miserables stage musical
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