ho4 laan1 seoi2 goi3荷蘭水蓋荷兰水盖
Jyutpingho4 laan1 seoi2 goi3
Yalehòh lāan séui goi
Definition
A metal soda bottle cap, or a humorous slang term for a medal or order of merit.
- dateda metal bottle cap for soda
- slanga medal, decoration, or order of merit
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the old fashioned, crimped metal caps found on glass soda bottles popular in mid century Hong Kong. When used metaphorically for a medal, it carries a slightly mocking or self deprecating tone, implying the award is flashy but perhaps lacks real substance or prestige. It evokes a strong sense of nostalgia for the post war era.
Measure word
go3個goExamples
He is wearing a medal on his chest, looking more impressive than anyone else.
Related words
Common phrases
to wear a medal
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe modern plastic bottle caps or official high level state decorations, as it would sound confusing or inappropriately dismissive.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
