wong4 gam1 hoi2 ngon6黄金海岸
Jyutpingwong4 gam1 hoi2 ngon6
Yalewòhng gām hói ngohn
Definition
Gold Coast, a coastal city in Queensland, Australia.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the coastal city in Queensland, Australia, rather than a generic golden beach. While the name translates literally, it functions as a proper noun for the destination. It is often used in the context of travel planning or discussing popular holiday spots for Hong Kong residents.
Related words
Common phrases
go to the Gold Coast
vacation at the Gold Coast
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
