ceot1 ban3出殯出殡
Jyutpingceot1 ban3
Yalechēut ban
Definition
To hold a funeral procession, carrying the deceased to the cemetery or crematorium.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the act of moving the coffin from the funeral home or residence to the burial ground or crematorium. It is a formal and solemn term that is not used lightly in casual conversation. When discussing the entire multi day event, people usually use the term 辦喪事 instead.
Examples
His grandmother's funeral is today, so he took the day off.
What time is the funeral procession tomorrow?
Related words
Common phrases
funeral procession ceremony
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 喪禮, which refers to the funeral ceremony itself rather than the act of transporting the coffin. Using it to describe the wake or the memorial service is technically incorrect.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
