mui4 hei3 hau4煤氣喉煤气喉
Jyutpingmui4 hei3 hau4
Yalemùih hei hàuh
Definition
Gas pipes.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the pipes supplying town gas, which is the standard utility in most Hong Kong high rise residential buildings. It is distinct from gas cylinders or portable canisters, which are typically referred to as 氣樽. When discussing maintenance or safety concerns, it is common to pair this with the verb 檢查 to emphasize the importance of regular inspections.
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tiu4條tìuhExamples
The gas pipe in the kitchen seems to be leaking.
Have you found a technician to check the gas pipe yet?
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with water pipes, which are 水喉. Using the wrong term can lead to confusion when calling for repairs, as different tradespeople handle gas and water systems.
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