八十岁生日

bā shí suì shēng rì
eighty-year-old birthday

今天是我奶奶的八十岁生日。

Today is my grandmother's eighty-year-old birthday.


formal

The birthday celebration of someone who has reached the age of eighty.

我们准备了丰盛的宴席来庆祝外公的八十岁生日。

We prepared a lavish banquet to celebrate my grandfather's eighty-year-old birthday.

In Chinese culture, reaching the age of eighty is considered a significant milestone, often celebrated with large family gatherings and special rituals.

Collocations

庆祝八十岁生日celebrate an eighty-year-old birthday八十岁生日宴席eighty-year-old birthday banquet

Related Phrases

八十大寿phrase
eighty-year-old birthday
寿星phrase
birthday celebrant (especially for older adults)

Pro Tip

Cultural Significance

In Chinese culture, turning eighty is a major milestone, often celebrated with special rituals and large family gatherings.

Word Origin

Composed of '八十岁' (eighty years old) and '生日' (birthday), reflecting the cultural importance of reaching this age in Chinese tradition.

Usage Notes

This phrase is often used in formal contexts, especially in family celebrations and announcements. It carries a sense of respect and honor for the individual's longevity.

Word Breakdown

八十岁
eighty years old
root
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生日
birthday
root
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