zam3 lai5浸禮浸礼
Jyutpingzam3 lai5
Yalejam láih
Definition
A Christian baptism ceremony, specifically by immersion of the body in water.
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How it's used
This term is strictly reserved for Christian contexts involving full or partial immersion in water. It is distinct from the more general term 洗禮 which can refer to sprinkling or pouring water in other denominations. Using it outside of a religious context to describe getting wet or being submerged would be considered incorrect and confusing.
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He will go to church next month to attend his baptism.
Have you signed up for the baptism yet?
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the verb 浸 which simply means to soak or submerge something in liquid. While 浸禮 involves the act of 浸, the compound word is a specific noun for the religious rite.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
