sin1 neoi5 paang5仙女棒
Jyutpingsin1 neoi5 paang5
Yalesīn néuih páahng
Definition
Sparkler; a type of small handheld firework that emits sparks.
colloquialfestivalother
How it's used
Sparklers are a quintessential part of festive celebrations like the Mid-Autumn Festival or Lunar New Year in Hong Kong. While they are technically fireworks, they are considered safe enough for children to hold under supervision. The name literally translates to fairy wand, reflecting the magical visual effect of the glowing sparks.
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zi1枝jīExamples
We are going to the park to play with sparklers for the Mid-Autumn Festival.
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