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Hong Kong Code-mixing Dictionary
A contemporary Cantonese-English dictionary
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Ga yau
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Definition: Derived from 'add oil' in Cantonese, this is a Kongish code-mixing phrase that local Hong Kongers use to express encouragement and support for another person.
Usage: Ga yau! You can win this game!
Synonym: 加油
Local Student Hong Konger Code-mixing
2025-05-11
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