zuk1 gun2竹館竹馆
Jyutpingzuk1 gun2
Yalejūk gún
Definition
A mahjong parlour; a licensed gambling establishment for playing mahjong or tin kau.
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How it's used
Originally referring to the bamboo structures used for gambling dens in the past, the term now specifically denotes a licensed mahjong parlour. It carries a slightly informal or old fashioned nuance compared to the more formal 麻雀館. Using it implies a familiarity with local gambling culture.
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gaan1間gānExamples
He goes to the mahjong parlour all the time to play, and has lost a lot of money.
Do you know where there is a mahjong parlour?
Related words
Common phrases
go to a mahjong parlour
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with a literal bamboo house or a shop selling bamboo goods, as the term is strictly reserved for gambling establishments.
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