gaa3 jat6假日
Jyutpinggaa3 jat6
Yalega yaht
Definition
Holiday; a day off from work or school.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to days when one is not required to work or attend school, functioning as a noun for the period itself. It is distinct from 放假, which acts as a verb phrase meaning to take a holiday or to be on leave. While it can refer to public holidays, it is frequently used to describe any personal day off or weekend time.
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Where do you usually go to have fun on your days off?
I plan to stay home and rest this holiday.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 放假, as 假日 is a noun representing the day, whereas 放假 describes the action or state of being on leave.
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Grammar guides
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