gwok3 hing3國慶国庆
Jyutpinggwok3 hing3
Yalegwok hing
Definition
National day; the anniversary of the founding of a nation.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China on October 1st. It is treated as a public holiday in Hong Kong, often associated with fireworks displays over Victoria Harbour and various community events. Unlike some other holidays, it is rarely used to refer to the national day of other countries, which would typically be described using a phrase like 嗰個國家嘅國慶日.
Examples
Are you going to watch the fireworks this National Day?
The whole of Hong Kong is very lively on National Day.
Related words
Common phrases
celebrate National Day
National Day holiday
National Day fireworks
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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.
