caa4 wui2茶會茶会
Jyutpingcaa4 wui2
Yalechàh wúi
Definition
Tea party; a social gathering usually held in the afternoon with tea, cake, and refreshments.
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How it's used
Often implies a semi-formal or professional setting rather than a casual hang-out between friends. It is frequently used in corporate or school environments to describe a light social event where refreshments are served to facilitate networking or announcements.
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There is a tea party at the office tomorrow, remember to attend.
They held a tea party to celebrate the promotion.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with high tea or afternoon tea served at a restaurant, which would be referred to as 下午茶.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
