git3 baai3 hing1 dai6結拜兄弟结拜兄弟
Jyutpinggit3 baai3 hing1 dai6
Yalegit baai hīng daih
Definition
Sworn brothers or sisters; siblings by oath.
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How it's used
Refers to a formal bond between friends who treat each other like biological siblings through a ritual or mutual agreement. It carries a sense of loyalty and lifelong commitment that goes beyond casual friendship. While historically associated with traditional ceremonies, the term is now often used to describe close friends who have a deep, brotherhood-like connection.
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deoi3對deuiExamples
They have been sworn brothers since they were little, and their bond is very deep.
Are you and him sworn brothers?
Related words
Common phrases
to become sworn siblings
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 兄弟, which simply means brothers or male friends. 結拜兄弟 specifically implies a formal, intentional bond that mimics a kinship relationship.
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Grammar guides
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- Serial verbsStringing two or more verbs together without any joining word, like go to the shop buy things. Extremely common in Cantonese.
- 將 disposalHow to move the object in front of the verb with 將, to focus on what happens to it. Common in instructions and writing.
