English Expression · Intermediate
lao hong
To go stale or turn soft from exposure to air
Pronunciation: /ˈlaʊ˦˨ ˈhɔŋ˦/
Meaning
To go stale or turn soft from exposure to air.
Example
The crackers went lao hong after being left out of the container overnight.
The crackers went lao hong after being left out of the container overnight.
Practice tips
- Practice lao hong out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.