dung1 daai6 gwo3 nin4冬大過年冬大过年
Jyutpingdung1 daai6 gwo3 nin4
Yaledūng daaih gwo nìhn
Definition
The Cantonese saying that Winter Solstice is a more important festival than the Lunar New Year.
colloquialfestivalfamily
How it's used
This phrase reflects the deep cultural emphasis on family reunion during the Winter Solstice in Cantonese society. It is often used as a gentle reminder or justification for why family members should prioritize a meal together on that specific day. You will hear it most frequently in the days leading up to the festival as people coordinate their schedules.
Examples
Winter Solstice is more important than New Year, are you going home for dinner tonight?
Although we are busy, we must gather for the Winter Solstice since it is more important than New Year.
Related words
Common phrases
Winter Solstice is more important than New Year, the whole family reunites.
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