wai1 lim4 wong4 zi2威廉王子
Jyutpingwai1 lim4 wong4 zi2
Yalewāi lìhm wòhng jí
Definition
Prince William
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How it's used
Proper nouns for foreign royalty are typically transliterated phonetically in Cantonese media. While the name is specific to the British royal, it functions grammatically just like any other title plus name combination. It is standard to include the title before the name when referring to him in formal or casual conversation.
Examples
Where did Prince William go today?
I really liked Prince William when I was little.
Related words
Common phrases
Prince William's royal wedding
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Grammar guides
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