gaa3 ceoi2嫁娶
Jyutpinggaa3 ceoi2
Yalega chéui
Definition
Marriage; wedding ceremonies and customs between a man and a woman.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the formal process or customs of a wedding rather than the act of getting married itself. It carries a heavy cultural weight, often appearing in contexts involving traditional ceremonies, fortune telling for auspicious dates, or family rituals. You will rarely hear it used in casual conversation about modern dating or simple civil registrations.
Examples
They chose an auspicious day for their wedding.
These are customs related to marriage from the old days.
Related words
Common phrases
marriage etiquette
choosing an auspicious date for marriage
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe the act of a woman marrying a man, which is simply 嫁. Using 嫁娶 in a casual sentence about a friend's wedding will sound overly formal or archaic, as if you are reading from a history book.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
