saa1 tau4 gok3沙頭角沙头角
Jyutpingsaa1 tau4 gok3
Yalesā tàuh gok
Definition
Sha Tau Kok; a town and area in northeastern New Territories, Hong Kong, located on the border with mainland China.
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How it's used
Historically known as a closed area, Sha Tau Kok has undergone significant changes with the gradual opening of its restricted zones to the public. While visitors can now access more parts of the town, the area remains distinct for its proximity to the border and its unique history as a frontier town. It is common to hear locals refer to the area specifically when discussing border crossings or the famous Chung Ying Street.
Examples
Is there still a restricted area in Sha Tau Kok?
Related words
Common phrases
Sha Tau Kok Closed Area
Sha Tau Kok Pier
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
