Tongxue1 A Book to Read Through Cantonese Slang 2021 New Revised Edition

In the new revised edition of 2021, explore the depths of your understanding of Cantonese. From Cantonese slangs to the meanings behind proverbs and idioms, delve into the rich linguistic heritage of the language. Uncover the origins of phrases like "If there is something, leave it to the mountain first" and unravel the meanings behind expressions like "single-eyed man watching his wife" and "fairy fart." Discover slowly disappearing Cantonese nursery rhymes such as "Big dumb elephant, holding a gun, going to war, can't win, come back to eat a bowl of chili sauce." Expand your knowledge beyond C0T (iced lemon tea) and explore other tea restaurant terms, hair salon terms, and taxi terms. Additionally, the new revised edition updates the "Hong Kong Celebrity Quotes" chapter, shedding light on the true intentions behind memorable statements made by figures like Choi Fung Wah and Lee Lai Shan.