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Definition
Ceremony, rite, or ritual; a symbolic activity held according to a set procedure on special occasions.
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How it's used
Refers to formal procedures that carry symbolic weight, often marking significant life transitions or official events. While it can apply to religious or traditional rites, it is just as commonly used for modern institutional events like openings or award presentations. The term implies a level of seriousness and adherence to established protocol.
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What time does the graduation ceremony start?
They held a very grand ceremony.
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe casual gatherings or parties, as it specifically implies a structured, formal, or symbolic sequence of actions. It is not a general term for any kind of event or activity.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
