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Yalenàahm fūng chēung
Definition
A south-facing window, traditionally considered good feng shui and practical for ventilation.
- a south-facing window that catches cool summer breezes and blocks cold winter winds
- figurativethe policy of using Hong Kong to channel foreign investment into mainland China
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How it's used
Focusing on the orientation of a property is a quintessential part of Hong Kong real estate culture. While the literal meaning refers to the physical window, it is almost always used to describe the desirability of a flat that captures the prevailing summer breeze. It implies a higher property value and better living comfort due to the specific climate conditions of the region.
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This house has south-facing windows, it is very cool in summer.
When you were choosing an apartment, did you check if it had south-facing windows?
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Common phrases
south-facing unit
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