hou2 haang4好行
Jyutpinghou2 haang4
Yalehóu hàahng
Definition
Easy to walk on, or used as a polite farewell meaning "safe travels" or "take care".
- easy to walk on
- safe travels; take care; have a good journey
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How it's used
Primarily describes the physical condition of a path or the comfort of footwear. When applied to shoes, it implies that the design provides good support or cushioning, making it easy to walk for long periods without fatigue.
Examples
This path is easy to walk, let's go this way.
Common phrases
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the phrase 好行夾唔送, which is a rude way to tell someone to leave and never come back. Using 好行 to describe a person's character or performance is incorrect.
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Grammar guides
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