lou6 seon2露筍露笋
Jyutpinglou6 seon2
Yalelouh séun
Definition
Lousun; a nickname for the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution car model.
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How it's used
Derived from the phonetic similarity between the English word Lancer and the Cantonese word for asparagus, this nickname is widely understood by car enthusiasts in Hong Kong. It is almost exclusively used to refer to the high performance Evolution series rather than the standard Lancer model. Using this term immediately signals that you are talking about the rally inspired sports car.
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gaa3架gaExamples
He looks really cool driving his Lancer Evolution.
Related words
Common phrases
modified Lancer Evolution
Common mistake
Do not use this term in a formal context or when talking to people unfamiliar with car culture, as they will simply think you are talking about the vegetable.
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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.
