gwaan1 wing6 ho4關詠荷关咏荷
Jyutpinggwaan1 wing6 ho4
Yalegwāan wihng hòh
Definition
Esther Kwan, a prominent Hong Kong television actress.
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How it's used
Refers to a highly recognizable television actress who was a household name in Hong Kong during the nineties. She is often associated with her husband, the actor 張家輝, and their public image as a supportive and grounded couple. Using her full name is standard, as it is a specific proper noun for a public figure.
Examples
Do you know which dramas Esther Kwan has acted in?
I really liked watching Esther Kwan act when I was young.
Related words
Common phrases
starring Esther Kwan
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