special occasion

DEFINITION

The Mandarin term “大日子” refers to important occasions such as festivals or special days worth commemorating. The term is usually used in spoken language.

ETYMOLOGY

• The definition of “大日子” varies from person to person. The term is mostly associated with celebrations such as wedding anniversaries or birthdays.
• The term is constructed in accordance with the rules of Mandarin, by adding the adjective “大”(big) to the noun “日子” (day).

SAMPLE SENTENCE

Sugar lion figurines are used as offerings in many large-scale celebrations and ceremonies, with demand reaching a peak during special occasions such as the 15th day of the Chinese New Year or the birthdays of deities. Many people have to pre-order the number of figurines they need from Master Xu. (Lianhe Zaobao, 26/05/2019)