hei1 haak3稀客
Jyutpinghei1 haak3
Yalehēi haak
Definition
A rare visitor or unexpected guest who is seldom seen.
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How it's used
Used primarily to express surprise or mock-polite delight when someone who rarely visits finally shows up. It carries a playful tone and is almost always used directly to the person's face to acknowledge their absence. While it literally means a rare guest, it is frequently used in a lighthearted way to tease friends or family members who have been neglecting their social calls.
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go3個goExamples
Wow, what a rare guest today! What brings you here?
It's been a long time, you rare visitor. What have you been busy with lately?
Related words
Common phrases
a rare guest arrives
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe someone who is simply a stranger or a new acquaintance. It specifically implies that the person is someone you know well but have not seen for a significant amount of time.
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