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Definition
Ray Lui, a Hong Kong actor.
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How it's used
Names of celebrities are often used as cultural touchstones in Hong Kong to describe a certain look, style, or era. Referring to someone by a famous actor's name can imply they share a similar rugged or classic masculine appearance. It is common to drop honorifics when discussing public figures in casual conversation.
Examples
Do you know which movies Ray Lui has acted in?
I really liked watching Ray Lui act when I was young.
Related words
Common phrases
starring Ray Lui
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
