ging3 baai3敬拜
Jyutpingging3 baai3
Yaleging baai
Definition
To worship, especially in Christianity or in showing respect to a deity.
- to worship a deity as a sign of respect and faith
- to worship the Creator in Protestant Christianity
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How it's used
Primarily used within Protestant Christian contexts to describe the act of communal or individual devotion to God. While it carries a formal tone, it is the standard term used by believers in daily life when discussing church activities. It focuses on the internal attitude of reverence combined with the external act of service or prayer.
Examples
They go to church to worship every Sunday.
How do you all usually worship?
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Common mistake
Avoid using this word for general respect towards elders or ancestors, as it is specifically reserved for religious devotion. For showing respect to people, use 尊敬 instead.
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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.
