lou5 loi4 giu1老來嬌老来娇
Jyutpinglou5 loi4 giu1
Yalelóuh lòih gīu
Definition
An alternative name for the poinsettia.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the plant commonly known as the poinsettia, which is a staple decoration during the winter festive season in Hong Kong. While 聖誕花 is the standard and most widely understood term, this name carries a slightly more traditional or poetic nuance. It is rarely used in casual conversation among younger generations who almost exclusively use the name associated with Christmas.
Measure word
pun4盆pùnhExamples
Did you buy a poinsettia for the holidays at home?
Related words
Common phrases
a pot of poinsettia
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with terms for elderly people, as the literal characters might mislead a learner into thinking it describes a person. It is strictly a botanical name for the plant.
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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.
