loeng4 sing2 bo1梁醒波
Jyutpingloeng4 sing2 bo1
Yalelèuhng síng bō
Definition
Leung Sing-bor, a famous Cantonese opera performer and actor in Hong Kong.
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How it's used
Revered as the King of Comedy in Cantonese opera, his name is synonymous with classic Hong Kong entertainment. People often use his name as a cultural touchstone when discussing the golden age of local performing arts. He is frequently referred to affectionately as 波叔 by fans and colleagues alike.
Examples
When I was young, I really liked watching Leung Sing Bor perform.
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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.
