hoeng1 gong2 gun2 jin4 ngok6 tyun4香港管弦樂團香港管弦乐团
Jyutpinghoeng1 gong2 gun2 jin4 ngok6 tyun4
Yalehēung góng gún yìhn ngohk tyùhn
Definition
Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra.
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How it's used
Locals often refer to this institution simply as 港樂 for short. It is the premier classical music ensemble in the city and is frequently associated with high-profile performances at the Cultural Centre. When discussing their events, people usually focus on the specific conductor or the soloist rather than the full name of the orchestra.
Examples
Have you ever heard the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra perform?
I am going to see the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra perform tonight.
Related words
Common phrases
Hong Kong Philharmonic performance
Hong Kong Philharmonic concert
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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.



