lou5 paai4老牌

Jyutpinglou5 paai4

Yalelóuh pàaih

形容詞

Definition

Well-established, famous, and of long standing, especially of brands or professions.

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How it's used

Focuses on the prestige and reliability that comes with age, often implying that the business or service has survived the test of time. It carries a positive connotation of quality and tradition, making it a common compliment for local businesses. You will frequently hear it used to describe food establishments, professional firms, or even specific products that have been around for generations.

Examples

le1呢gaan1間hai6係lou5老paai4牌caa4茶caan1餐teng1廳，mei6味dou6道hou2好zeng3正zung1宗。

This is a well-established cha chaan teng, the taste is very authentic.

nei5你si3試gwo3過go2嗰gaan1間lou5老paai4牌loeng4涼caa4茶pou3舖mei6未aa4呀？

Have you tried that long-standing herbal tea shop yet?

Common phrases

lou5老paai4牌zi2子

well-known brand

lou5老paai4牌caan1餐teng1廳

long-standing restaurant

Common mistake

Do not use this to describe people who are simply old, as it is strictly reserved for brands, shops, professions, or organizations. Using it for a person would sound disrespectful or confusing.