sing6 din2盛典
Jyutpingsing6 din2
Yalesihng dín
Definition
A grand ceremony or major celebration.
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How it's used
Refers to a formal and large scale event, often involving official celebrations or significant cultural gatherings. It carries a sense of prestige and importance that distinguishes it from a casual party or a small meeting. While it is a noun, it is frequently used in media reports or formal announcements rather than in casual daily chatter.
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coeng4場chèunghExamples
This opening ceremony is really grand.
Will you go watch that grand ceremony tomorrow?
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often mistake it for a generic term for any party or gathering, but it specifically implies a high level of formality and scale. Using it to describe a small birthday dinner or a casual get together sounds unnatural and overly dramatic.
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Grammar guides
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