mung4 gu2 baau1蒙古包
Jyutpingmung4 gu2 baau1
Yalemùhng gú bāau
Definition
Mongolian yurt or ger; a portable tent traditionally used by Mongolian nomads.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the traditional circular tent used by nomadic groups in Central Asia. While the term is widely understood in Hong Kong, it is almost exclusively used in the context of travel, geography, or cultural documentaries rather than daily life.
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They stayed in a Mongolian yurt for one night during their trip.
There are many Mongolian yurts on the grassland.
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Common phrases
stay in a yurt
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Grammar guides
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