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Jyutpinghoi1 fong2
Yalehōi fóng
Definition
To book a hotel room for a sexual encounter.
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How it's used
This term carries a strong implication of casual sexual activity rather than just checking into a hotel for a vacation. It is often used to express judgment or surprise regarding someone's romantic choices. Because of its specific connotation, it is inappropriate to use when discussing professional hotel bookings or family travel.
Examples
The two of them went to get a room last night.
Related words
Common phrases
to go and get a room for sex
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe checking into a hotel for a business trip or family holiday, as it will be misinterpreted as a sexual encounter.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
