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Definition
An Easter egg in a movie, either a hidden detail or a post-credits bonus scene.
- an easily missed, hidden detail or reference in a film
- a mid-credits or post-credits bonus scene
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How it's used
Originally referring to the Easter tradition of hunting for hidden eggs, this term has been fully adopted into Hong Kong film culture to describe any hidden detail or post-credit sequence. It is frequently used in casual discussions about Marvel movies or highly anticipated blockbusters where fans compete to spot the most obscure references. It carries a sense of playfulness and reward for the attentive viewer.
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Remember to stay behind to watch the bonus scene after the movie ends.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the literal translation of an egg used in cooking, as it is strictly used in the context of media, games, and pop culture references.
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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.
