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The Language of the Boat People (Talk)
Time & Location
31 Aug 2024, 14:30 – 16:00
Hong Kong Maritime Museum, Man Kwong St, Central, Hong Kong
About the Event
Seoi-lou-waa (literally, "water-folk language"), spoken by the boat people of Hong Kong, is a historical testament to the lives of fishermen and serves as a medium for their songs. This lecture will compare the phonological and lexical features of Seoi-lou-waa with those of Hong Kong Cantonese, aiming to deepen the public's understanding of local languages.
Event Details
Date：2024.8.31
Time ：14:30 - 16:00
Venue ：Hong Kong Maritime Museum
Quota：100people
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