tung4 lo4 waan4銅鑼灣铜锣湾
Jyutpingtung4 lo4 waan4
Yaletùhng lòh wàahn
Definition
Causeway Bay; a major commercial and shopping district on Hong Kong Island.
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How it's used
Locals often refer to this area simply as 銅鑼, though this is mostly used by younger generations or when speaking very casually. It serves as a major hub for shopping and nightlife, meaning it is frequently mentioned in plans for social gatherings. When giving directions, people often specify landmarks like SOGO or Times Square to navigate the dense streets.
Examples
Are you free to go eat in Causeway Bay tomorrow night?
That bookstore in Causeway Bay is really huge.
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