kwai4 gyun3攜眷携眷
Jyutpingkwai4 gyun3
Yalekwàih gyun
Definition
To bring one's spouse, children, partner, or family members to an event.
neutralpeoplefamily
How it's used
Carries a formal or semi-formal tone, often appearing on invitations or in professional settings. It specifically implies bringing dependents or a spouse, rather than just a casual friend or colleague. While it sounds slightly stiff in everyday conversation, it is the standard way to indicate that an invitation extends to one's significant other or family members.
Examples
Everyone is welcome to bring their partners or family to the company dinner.
Are you bringing your partner to the wedding banquet tomorrow night?
Related words
Common phrases
to attend with family or partner
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe bringing a casual friend or a group of buddies, as it specifically implies a family unit or a committed romantic partner. Using it for a casual acquaintance sounds unnatural and overly serious.
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Grammar guides
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