gwong1 ming4 zit3光明節光明节
Jyutpinggwong1 ming4 zit3
Yalegwōng mìngh jit
Definition
Hanukkah (Chanukah), 8 day Jewish holiday starting on the 25th day of Kislev (can occur from late Nov up to late Dec on Gregorian calendar)
neutralfestival
How it's used
Refers specifically to the Jewish Festival of Lights. It is primarily used in academic or religious contexts, as the holiday is not a public holiday in Hong Kong. When discussing it, speakers often clarify the duration or the candle-lighting ritual to provide context for those unfamiliar with the tradition.
Examples
gwong1 ming4 zit3 go2 zan6 keoi5 dei6 wui6 ji5 dim2 hei2 laap6 zuk1
光明節嗰陣，佢哋會點起蠟燭。
During Hanukkah, they will light the candles.
nei5 zi1 m4 zi1 gwong1 ming4 zit3 hai6 hing3 zuk1 gei2 do1 jat6 gaa4
你知唔知光明節係慶祝幾多日㗎？
Do you know how many days Hanukkah is celebrated for?
Related words
Common phrases
hing3 zuk1 gwong1 ming4 zit3
慶祝光明節
celebrate Hanukkah
dim2 hei2 laap6 zuk1
點起蠟燭
light the candles
Tone guide
T1High level
T2High rising
T3Mid level
T4Low falling
T5Low rising
T6Low level
Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- 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.
