jyun1 joeng1 fong2鴛鴦房鸳鸯房
Jyutpingjyun1 joeng1 fong2
Yaleyūn yēung fóng
Definition
An affordable honeymoon suite for newlyweds, or a double room for couples in a hotel.
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How it's used
Originally referring to a specific type of affordable room for newlyweds in older residential buildings, the term has evolved to describe any hotel room marketed towards couples. It carries a slightly nostalgic or old fashioned connotation compared to modern hotel terminology like 蜜月套房. Using this term often implies a more modest or budget friendly setting rather than a luxury experience.
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They went to the hotel and got a honeymoon suite.
Related words
Common phrases
to book a honeymoon suite
to check into a honeymoon suite
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 鴛鴦, which is the famous Hong Kong drink mixing coffee and tea. While both use the term to imply a mixture or a pair, the context of a room makes the meaning clear.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
