hoeng1 gong2 siu2 ze2香港小姐
Jyutpinghoeng1 gong2 siu2 ze2
Yalehēung góng síu jé
Definition
Miss Hong Kong; an annual female beauty pageant in Hong Kong, or the title awarded to its winner.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the annual beauty pageant organized by Television Broadcasts Limited. The term is often abbreviated to 港姐 in casual conversation. It carries a strong cultural association with the entertainment industry and local celebrity status.
Measure word
wai6位waihExamples
Did she sign up for Miss Hong Kong this year?
Related words
Common phrases
compete in the Miss Hong Kong pageant
Miss Hong Kong winner
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