Usage of 晚点
The term 晚点 primarily means 'to be late' or 'to be delayed,' especially in contexts like transportation (trains, buses) or scheduled events. It is commonly used to describe delays in arrival or start times.
Common contexts
- Transportation delays: 火车晚点 (train delay), 飞机晚点 (flight delay).
- Event delays: 会议晚点开始 (meeting starts late).
- Requesting to do something later: 晚点打电话 (call later).
Collocations and patterns
Nuances
When using 晚点, the focus is on the delay relative to the expected or scheduled time. It often implies a minor delay rather than a cancellation. It is more formal than just saying "迟到" (late) when referring to vehicles or events.
Common confusion
Don't confuse 晚点 with 迟到. 晚点 is used for scheduled services or events being late, while 迟到 is used for people arriving late.