sik6 siu1 je2食宵夜
Jyutpingsik6 siu1 je2
Yalesihk sīu yé
Definition
To have a late-night snack or supper.
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How it's used
宵夜 refers specifically to a late night meal, often eaten well after dinner. It carries a cultural association with social bonding, such as grabbing noodles or congee with friends after a night out. Unlike dinner, it is frequently seen as a guilty pleasure or an indulgence.
Examples
Where are we going for supper tonight?
He really likes having supper all the time.
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