naam4 mo4 fai3喃嘸費喃呒费
Jyutpingnaam4 mo4 fai3
Yalenàahm mòh fai
Definition
Fees for having sex with a nightclub hostess.
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How it's used
This term is specific to the nightlife industry in Hong Kong and refers to the service charge or tip paid to a hostess for her time. It carries a slightly cynical or humorous tone, as it treats the interaction as a transactional service rather than a social one. It is almost exclusively used by men when discussing the costs associated with visiting hostess bars or clubs.
Examples
Do you know how much the hostess fee is for tonight?
Related words
Common phrases
to pay the hostess fee
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with standard service charges at restaurants, as it is strictly limited to the context of hostess clubs. Using it in a general social or professional setting will sound highly inappropriate or offensive.
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