jyu4 tau4 wan4魚頭雲鱼头云
Jyutpingjyu4 tau4 wan4
Yaleyùh tàuh wàhn
Definition
The nickname of Hong Kong actor Wan Chi-keung, also known as Lau Wan.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the veteran character actor Liu Yun, whose distinctive appearance earned him this nickname. It is almost exclusively used by older generations or film buffs familiar with the golden age of Hong Kong cinema. Using this name shows a deep familiarity with local pop culture history rather than just knowing the actor's formal name.
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Yutauwan acting
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