mei5 sik1 zuk1 kau4美式足球
Jyutpingmei5 sik1 zuk1 kau4
Yaleméih sīk jūk kàuh
Definition
American football; the game or the ball.
neutralsports
How it's used
American football is a niche sport in Hong Kong compared to soccer or basketball, so it is often referred to by its full name to avoid confusion with rugby. While the sport is growing in popularity, it is primarily associated with the Super Bowl, which many fans stay up late to watch despite the time difference. The term is treated as a standard noun and does not carry any specific slang connotations.
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Do you like watching American football?
They have arranged to watch American football together tomorrow night.
Related words
Common phrases
American football match
American football player
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 欖球, which refers to rugby. Although they share a similar ball shape, the rules regarding forward passing and the use of protective gear like helmets make them distinct sports in the eyes of local fans.
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