cin1 san1 maan6 fu2千辛萬苦千辛万苦
Jyutpingcin1 san1 maan6 fu2
Yalechīn sān maahn fú
Definition
Countless hardships, suffering, or trials; to go through innumerable difficulties.
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How it's used
Emphasize the immense effort or struggle required to achieve a specific goal, often implying that the result was worth the trouble. It is frequently paired with 先至 to highlight the difficulty of the process leading up to a final outcome. While it sounds slightly more dramatic than everyday speech, it is commonly used in storytelling or when recounting personal achievements.
Examples
He went through countless hardships just to get into university.
Related words
Common phrases
only after great hardship
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
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