A Chinese (Cantonese) slang to describe persons of African descent. The slang is often used in a derogatory manner, but may be used for humor as well. The term “hak gwai” translates literally into “black ghost”, which may offend some.
by timblitz August 11, 2006
by Jeffrey C September 6, 2003
by mother focker March 6, 2005
A term used by mostly people of Asian ethnicity, used to describe people of African descent. It means black ghost.
It is pronounced, hok-gway.
Though, many people use hak gwai, or hak guay to spell it. This is the correct way of saying it.
It is pronounced, hok-gway.
Though, many people use hak gwai, or hak guay to spell it. This is the correct way of saying it.
Jonny : Im scared, there are too many hak gways in here
Anthony : Well of course there are, its foot locker.
Anthony : Well of course there are, its foot locker.
by black ghost June 12, 2008
by Cantonese Person March 31, 2016