seon2 pun2筍盤笋盘

Jyutpingseon2 pun2

Yaleséun pún

名詞

Definition

An excellent and highly desirable property or marriage partner; a catch or gem.

quality, good-value real estate; a highly desirable property
slangan eligible bachelor or highly desirable romantic partner

colloquialmoneypeople

How it's used

Originally referring to real estate that is priced well below market value, this term has expanded to describe any person or opportunity that is highly desirable but rare. When applied to people, it specifically refers to an eligible bachelor or bachelorette who possesses high social or financial status. It carries a sense of urgency, implying that one should act quickly before the opportunity is snatched up by someone else.

Measure word

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Examples

ni1呢go3個daan1單wai2位gam3咁peng4平，zan1真hai6係seon2筍pun2盤lai2嚟㗎。

This unit is so cheap, it really is a great find.

nei5你wan2搵dou3到seon2筍pun2盤mei6未aa4呀？

Have you found a good property deal yet?

Common phrases

coeng2搶sau2手seon2筍pun2盤

a highly sought-after property gem

seon2筍pun2盤tiu4條gin2件

the criteria for a quality catch

Common mistake

Do not confuse this with 筍嘢, which is a broader term for any good deal or bargain. While 筍盤 is specific to property or high-value prospects, 筍嘢 can refer to anything from a discounted snack to a lucky break.