Bite Size Cantonese

EP15- 8 Essential Mid-Autum Festival Words


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Ever wondered why mooncakes are round or why kids carry bunny lanterns during Mid-Autumn Festival? 🌕 In this heartfelt episode of Bite-size Cantonese, Celia shares eight essential Cantonese words — from 做節 (zou6 zit3) and 月餅 (jyut6 beng2) to 燈籠 (dang1 lung4) and 玉兔 (juk6 tou3) — along with nostalgic stories of Hong Kong nights filled with light, laughter, and family warmth. Discover the meaning behind beloved traditions, expand your Cantonese vocabulary, and reconnect with Hong Kong culture wherever you are. A comforting, culture-filled episode perfect for celebrating 中秋節 together — one Cantonese word at a time. ✨

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