zeon6 dei6 zyu2 zi1 ji4盡地主之誼尽地主之谊
Jyutpingzeon6 dei6 zyu2 zi1 ji4
Yalejeuhn deih jyú jī yìh
Definition
To act as a friendly host and fulfill the duties of hospitality.
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How it's used
This phrase is a formal idiom often used in social settings to express a sense of responsibility toward guests from out of town. While it sounds slightly literary, it is frequently used in daily life to show genuine warmth and hospitality. It implies more than just being polite, as it suggests taking active steps to ensure the visitor has a pleasant experience.
Examples
Since you are visiting Hong Kong, I will definitely play the host.
keoi5佢dei6哋gam3咁jyun5遠lai4嚟dou3到，ngo5我dei6哋dim2點dou1都jiu3要zeon6盡dei6地zyu2主zi1之ji4誼ceng2請keoi5佢sik6食faan6飯。
They came from so far away, we really must treat them to a meal as a host.
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Common phrases
to fulfill the duties of a host
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Grammar guides
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