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Jyutpingjam4 gim3 fai1
Yaleyàhm gim fāi
Definition
Yam Kim-fai, a famous Cantonese opera actress.
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How it's used
Refers to a legendary Cantonese opera star famous for her male roles. She is often mentioned alongside her long-term stage partner 白雪仙, forming the iconic duo known as 任白. Her name is synonymous with the golden age of Cantonese opera in Hong Kong.
Examples
My mom really loves watching Yam Kim-fai perform.
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