baak6 tau4 dou3 lou5白頭到老白头到老
Jyutpingbaak6 tau4 dou3 lou5
Yalebaahk tàuh dou lóuh
Definition
To remain happily married until old age.
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How it's used
This is a classic idiom used almost exclusively in wedding toasts or congratulatory messages to newlyweds. It carries a formal and auspicious tone, making it feel slightly more poetic than everyday speech. While it describes a lifelong commitment, it is rarely used to describe the actual state of an elderly couple, serving instead as a wish for the future.
Examples
Wishing you both a happy marriage and a lifetime together.
Who wouldn't want to grow old with their partner?
Related words
Common phrases
wish for a long and happy marriage
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Grammar guides
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