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Definition
A banquet or feast held at noon.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to a formal or semi-formal banquet held during the day, often for weddings or business celebrations. It carries a more professional or structured tone than a casual lunch gathering. While it implies a meal, the focus is on the event itself rather than just the act of eating.
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They are holding a noon feast at the hotel tomorrow.
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Common mistake
Avoid using this for casual lunch meetings with friends, as it implies a structured event or banquet. Use 食晏 or 食午飯 for everyday midday meals instead.
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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.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
