ngo4 lo4 si1 fong1 faai3俄羅斯方塊俄罗斯方块
Jyutpingngo4 lo4 si1 fong1 faai3
Yalengòh lòh sī fōng faai
Definition
Tetris, a tile-matching puzzle video game.
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How it's used
This term is the standard way to refer to the classic puzzle game in Hong Kong. While it is a direct translation of the Russian origin, it is treated as a common noun for the game genre itself. It is often used to describe any situation where items need to be packed tightly or arranged perfectly into a space.
Measure word
zek3隻jekExamples
Did you play Tetris when you were a kid?
This machine has a lot of Tetris games installed.
Related words
Common phrases
to play Tetris
Grammar color guide
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
