gwat1 fui1 ham1骨灰龕骨灰龛
Jyutpinggwat1 fui1 ham1
Yalegwāt fūi hām
Definition
Columbarium; a niche or place where ash urns are stored after cremation.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the small compartment in a columbarium where an urn is placed. It is a sensitive topic in Hong Kong due to the extreme scarcity of space, often leading to long waiting lists or high prices for private facilities. When discussing this, people often use the term 龕位 to refer to the specific spot or slot.
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They want to buy a niche for the elderly person.
It is really hard to get a niche spot here.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 墳場, which refers to a cemetery or burial ground for coffins. Using the wrong term might cause confusion regarding the funeral arrangements being discussed.
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