laan4 ho4欄河栏河
Jyutpinglaan4 ho4
Yalelàahn hòh
Definition
Railing, balustrade, banister, or fence made of wood, bamboo, or metal.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the protective barrier or railing found along bridges, balconies, or staircases. While it shares meaning with 欄杆, it is more commonly used in Hong Kong to describe the physical structure acting as a safety guardrail in public spaces. It emphasizes the function of preventing someone from falling over an edge.
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Be careful, don't lean against that railing.
The railing here is all rusty, it's very dangerous.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 欄杆, which is a more general term for any type of railing or fence. While they are often interchangeable, 欄河 is frequently used for structures along water or elevated walkways.
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