lou4 lik6 si6勞力士劳力士
Jyutpinglou4 lik6 si6
Yalelòuh lihk sih
Definition
Rolex, a Swiss luxury watch brand.
colloquialshoppingpeople
How it's used
People in Hong Kong often refer to a Rolex as 撈, which is a common shorthand derived from the brand name. It is frequently used in compound terms like 金撈 for a gold Rolex or 黑撈 for a black-faced model. Owning one is traditionally seen as a sign of success or having made it in life.
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zek3隻jekExamples
He wore a Rolex to his job interview.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse the slang 撈, meaning to work or earn a living, with the 撈 used as a nickname for Rolex. Context usually makes it clear, but beginners might be confused when hearing someone talk about 搵撈 versus buying a 勞力士.
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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.
