ciu4 sing3朝聖朝圣
Jyutpingciu4 sing3
Yalechìuh sing
Definition
To make a pilgrimage to a sacred place or a site of spiritual significance.
colloquialpeopleplaces
How it's used
Beyond its original religious context, this term is frequently used in pop culture to describe visiting a location that holds significant emotional or symbolic value to a fan base. It implies a sense of reverence or excitement, similar to how one might visit a shrine or a legendary site. You will often hear it applied to visiting famous filming locations, iconic restaurants, or the hometowns of beloved idols.
Examples
Where do they plan to go on a pilgrimage this year?
Many music fans went to that record store to pay their respects.
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Common mistake
Do not use this word for a casual trip or a standard vacation. It carries a heavy connotation of dedication and purpose, so using it for a mundane visit to a shopping mall or a regular park can sound sarcastic or overly dramatic.
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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.
