wai6 si1 lei5衛斯理卫斯理
Jyutpingwai6 si1 lei5
Yalewaih sī léih
Definition
Wesley
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the iconic science fiction protagonist created by the Hong Kong author Ni Kuang. The character is deeply embedded in local pop culture, often serving as a shorthand for mystery, adventure, and speculative fiction. It is rarely used as a personal name in daily life, so context almost always points to the literary figure.
Examples
He is a loyal fan of Wesley.
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