man4 zuk6ＬＯＯＫ民族ＬＯＯＫ
Jyutpingman4 zuk6ＬＯＯＫ
Yalemàhn juk6ＬＯＯＫ
Definition
To dress in or adopt an ethnic, tribal, or folk-inspired fashion style.
colloquialclothing
How it's used
This term is a classic example of Hong Kong's habit of mixing English loanwords with Cantonese to describe specific fashion aesthetics. It is used to describe a look that incorporates elements of traditional or folk clothing from various cultures, often associated with bohemian or travel-inspired styles. It is rarely used in formal writing and carries a lighthearted, observational tone.
Examples
She is dressed in an ethnic style today for the wedding banquet.
Why did you suddenly change into an ethnic look?
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with actual traditional clothing, as it refers specifically to a fashion style or outfit choice rather than cultural heritage. It is a descriptive label for a look, not a term for the garments themselves.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
