ce4 bat1 sing3 zing3邪不勝正邪不胜正
Jyutpingce4 bat1 sing3 zing3
Yalechèh bāt sing jing
Definition
Evil can never prevail over good; justice will always triumph in the end.
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How it's used
This idiom is frequently used in Hong Kong cinema, particularly in classic kung fu movies or police dramas, to reinforce the moral victory of the protagonist. It carries a sense of moral certainty and is often invoked to comfort someone facing injustice or bullying. While it sounds formal due to its classical structure, it remains a common expression in everyday speech when discussing ethics or life philosophy.
Examples
You have to believe that evil cannot prevail over good, bad people will eventually face retribution.
Related words
Common phrases
firmly believe that evil cannot prevail over good
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
