gwaa3褂
Jyutpinggwaa3
Yalegwa
Definition
Gown; a traditional Chinese unlined garment or robe.
colloquialclothingfestival
How it's used
Refers specifically to the traditional Chinese wedding jacket worn by brides in Hong Kong, often heavily embroidered with gold and silver thread. While historically a general term for a jacket or gown, it is now almost exclusively associated with the wedding ensemble paired with a skirt. It carries a strong sense of cultural heritage and is considered an essential part of a traditional tea ceremony.
Measure word
tou3套touExamples
She wore a traditional Chinese wedding dress on her wedding day.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with a standard jacket or coat, as it carries specific ceremonial weight. Using it to describe a casual everyday jacket will sound very strange to native speakers.
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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.
