mak6 lei5 hou6麥理浩麦理浩
Jyutpingmak6 lei5 hou6
Yalemahk léih houh
Definition
Crawford Murray MacLehose, the 25th Governor of Hong Kong.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the former British Governor of Hong Kong, who is widely remembered for establishing the country parks and the hiking trail that bears his name. Locals often use his name as a shorthand for the trail itself, especially when discussing hiking routes. It is a name that carries a sense of historical nostalgia for many older residents.
Examples
The MacLehose Trail is named after MacLehose.
Do you know what contributions MacLehose made back then?
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Common phrases
MacLehose Trail
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