wai6 hong1惠康
Jyutpingwai6 hong1
Yalewaih hōng
Definition
Wellcome, a major supermarket chain in Hong Kong.
colloquialshoppingplaces
How it's used
Wellcome is one of the two dominant supermarket chains in Hong Kong, often referred to simply as 惠康 in casual conversation. It is frequently compared to 百佳, its main competitor, and locals often have a preference for one over the other based on location or membership perks. The name is so ubiquitous that it serves as a generic reference point for grocery shopping.
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gaan1間gānExamples
Could you drop by Wellcome and buy some milk on your way back?
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