zung1 waan4 gwong2 coeng4中環廣場中环广场
Jyutpingzung1 waan4 gwong2 coeng4
Yalejūng wàahn gwóng chèuhng
Definition
Central Plaza
neutralplacestransport
How it's used
Refers specifically to the iconic skyscraper in Wan Chai, not a plaza located in the Central district. Despite the name, it is a landmark office tower known for its triangular shape and neon lighting at night. Locals use the full name to avoid confusion with other plazas in the actual Central area.
Measure word
zo2座jóExamples
We arranged to meet at Central Plaza.
Do you know how to get to Central Plaza?
Related words
Common phrases
go to Central Plaza
near Central Plaza
Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly assume this building is located in Central because of the name, but it is actually situated in Wan Chai.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
