hap6 fu2 tung2 cing2闔府統請阖府统请
Jyutpinghap6 fu2 tung2 cing2
Yalehahp fú túng chíng
Definition
A formal invitation extending to the recipient's entire family, commonly written on wedding invitations.
writtenfamilypeople
How it's used
Appearing almost exclusively on formal wedding invitations, this phrase serves as a polite way to extend an invitation to an entire household rather than just the named recipient. It carries a traditional, respectful tone that implies the host values the presence of the whole family unit. You will rarely hear this spoken aloud in casual conversation, as it is a set phrase reserved for written correspondence.
Examples
They sent out wedding invitations, and it said the whole family is invited.
Does receiving this invitation mean my whole family is invited?
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Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use this phrase in casual spoken invitations, which sounds overly formal and stiff. It is strictly a written convention for formal events and should not be used when inviting friends or colleagues verbally.
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