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Yalehàaih jeuhng
Definition
Shoemaker or cobbler; a craftsman who makes and repairs shoes.
neutralpeoplework
How it's used
Modern urban life in Hong Kong has made the traditional cobbler a rare sight, as most people prefer buying new footwear over repairing old pairs. You are more likely to encounter them in older districts or operating small stalls in local markets rather than in modern shopping malls. The term carries a slightly nostalgic tone because the profession is rapidly disappearing.
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There used to be many cobblers on the street helping people fix shoes.
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Common phrases
shoe repairer
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Grammar guides
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