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Yalechói gíu
Definition
A bridal sedan chair used in traditional Chinese weddings.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the ornate, enclosed chair used to transport a bride to her groom's home in traditional Chinese wedding ceremonies. It carries a strong nostalgic or historical connotation, as it is no longer used in modern urban weddings. You will mostly encounter this term in historical dramas, museum exhibits, or when discussing ancestral customs.
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ding2頂díngExamples
In the past, people had to ride in a bridal sedan chair to get married.
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