mui4 hei3煤氣煤气
Jyutpingmui4 hei3
Yalemùih hei
Definition
Coal gas or town gas.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the piped town gas supplied by the Hong Kong and China Gas Company, rather than bottled liquefied petroleum gas which is called 罐裝石油氣. People often use the term as a generic catch-all for any gas supply in the kitchen, but it technically describes the specific utility service provided through underground pipes.
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Do you remember if you turned off the gas valve?
Related words
Common phrases
gas stove
gas pipe
The Hong Kong and China Gas Company
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with natural gas or bottled gas, as the infrastructure and safety requirements differ significantly in Hong Kong households.
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