daai3 sei3 fong1 mou2戴四方帽
Jyutpingdaai3 sei3 fong1 mou2
Yaledaai sei fōng móu
Definition
To graduate from a college or university; literally, to wear a mortarboard.
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How it's used
Focuses specifically on the ceremony or the achievement of completing a degree rather than the general process of studying. It carries a celebratory and slightly informal tone, often used by family members or friends to mark the milestone. While it literally refers to the headwear, it is understood metaphorically as the completion of higher education.
Examples
He is graduating from university next month, congratulations to him.
When will you finally graduate? Your family is very anxious.
Related words
Common phrases
preparing to graduate
finally graduating
Common mistake
Avoid using this for secondary school or primary school graduation, as it specifically implies university level education. It is not a formal term for use in official documents or academic reports.
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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.
