zin3 bit6餞別饯别
Jyutpingzin3 bit6
Yalejin biht
Definition
To give a farewell dinner or host a send-off meal for someone who is leaving.
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How it's used
Focuses specifically on the act of sharing a meal as a gesture of saying goodbye. While it implies a formal or semi-formal gathering, it is often used for colleagues or close friends leaving for overseas. It carries a sense of warmth and social obligation rather than just a simple goodbye.
Examples
We have arranged to go to a farewell dinner tomorrow night.
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Common mistake
Avoid using this for casual goodbyes like waving at a bus stop, as it strictly requires the context of a meal. It is not a general term for saying farewell.
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