Meaning of Aldrich Bay | Babel Free

Definitions

1. A neighbourhood of Shau Kei Wan, Eastern district, Hong Kong.
2. A bay of Hong Kong Island in Shau Kei Wan, Eastern district, Hong Kong, now reclaimed.

Examples

“In Aldrich Street’s translation story, English and Cantonese are creatively intertwined. Situated in Aldrich Bay, the area is named after Colonel Edward Aldrich, who was responsible for formulating the British defence plan⟳ and was known for his remarkable effectiveness in rectifying military discipline. When the bay was named after him in 1845, “Aldrich” was converted to 「愛秩序」(ngoi3 dit6 zeoi6) in Chinese, which means “loving discipline” and its Cantonese transliteration.”

“Tenders for the 75,950 sq ft site in the Aldrich Bay reclamation area will close⟳ at noon on Friday.”

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