good deed; auspicious event
Meanings
4 senses · 7 examplesnoun
a good thing; a beneficial event
neutralA very common term for any positive or advantageous happening.
He always helps others and has done many good deeds.
This new policy is a great boon for the common people.
noun
religious service (Buddhist or Taoist ritual)
formalRefers specifically to religious ceremonies like penance rites or Taoist rituals to pray for blessings or dispel disasters.
The temple is holding a prayer ceremony for the people's blessings.
noun
charitable act; philanthropy
neutralOften used in contexts of donating money, helping the poor, or other acts of charity.
This entrepreneur donated a lot of money to do charitable works.
The community is calling on everyone to donate to the disaster area and do some good.
noun
auspicious event; happy occasion (esp. wedding)
neutralCommonly refers to weddings, birthdays, or other celebratory events. Often used in the phrase "红白好事" (red and white events), meaning weddings and funerals.
There's a happy occasion in his family next month—his son is getting married.
The neighbors are having a celebration, with lanterns and decorations everywhere.