caat3 jat1 caan1擦一餐
Jyutpingcaat3 jat1 caan1
Yalechaat yāt chāan
Definition
To enjoy a satisfying meal, stuff oneself full, or have a feast.
colloquialfooddaily actions
How it's used
Implies a sense of indulgence and enthusiasm, often suggesting a meal that is either expensive, high in quantity, or particularly delicious. It is frequently used when planning a celebratory outing or reflecting on a very satisfying dining experience. The term carries a casual, slightly gluttonous connotation that makes it perfect for social settings among friends.
Examples
Tomorrow is a holiday, let's go have a feast!
Where did you guys go to stuff yourselves last night?
Related words
Common phrases
to have a really big feast
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the standard verb 擦, which means to wipe or scrub. When used in the context of food, the phrase specifically refers to the act of eating heartily and should not be used to describe cleaning dishes or surfaces.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
