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Definition
Celebrity; a famous person, usually in the entertainment industry such as an actor or singer.
colloquialpeople
How it's used
Refers specifically to individuals within the entertainment industry, such as actors or singers. While it can be used for anyone famous, it is rarely applied to people famous for academic or political achievements, who would be described as 出名嘅人 or 知名人士 instead.
Measure word
wai6位waihExamples
She really likes that celebrity.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe someone who is just popular among friends or locally known, as it carries the connotation of mainstream media fame and public recognition.
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Grammar guides
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