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Definition
A traditional Chinese custom of urging the bride to finish dressing up before the wedding ceremony.
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How it's used
This term refers specifically to a historical wedding ritual where the groom or his family would sing or recite poems outside the bride's door to encourage her to finish her makeup. It is almost exclusively used in academic or cultural discussions about traditional Chinese marriage customs. You will rarely hear it in casual conversation unless discussing folklore or period dramas.
Examples
In the past, a bride would only leave her room after being urged to finish dressing.
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Grammar guides
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