gu2 zong1古裝古装
Jyutpinggu2 zong1
Yalegú jōng
Definition
Ancient costume; traditional historical clothing.
colloquialclothing
How it's used
Refers specifically to the stylized clothing seen in historical dramas or period films rather than authentic historical attire. It is frequently used as a modifier for genres like 戲 or 劇 to describe the setting and aesthetic of the production.
Measure word
tou3套touExamples
She really likes watching period dramas.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe actual historical clothing worn in the past, as the term implies a theatrical or costume-party context.
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