kaa1 lok6 bi1卡樂Ｂ卡乐Ｂ
Jyutpingkaa1 lok6 bi1
Yalekā lohk bī
Definition
Calbee, a Japanese snack brand particularly famous for its potato chips and crisps.
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How it's used
Often used as a generic term for potato chips in Hong Kong, regardless of the actual brand. It functions as a cultural shorthand for snack time, especially among children and students. The brand name is so deeply ingrained that it is frequently treated as a common noun.
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