san1 fan1新婚
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Yalesān fān
Definition
Newly married.
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How it's used
Focuses specifically on the initial period following a wedding ceremony. It is often used in formal contexts or set phrases like 新婚快樂 to offer congratulations, whereas in casual conversation, people might simply say 啱啱結婚.
Examples
They are newlyweds and are always sticking together.
How is your newlywed life going?
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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.
