coi2 sou3彩數彩数
Jyutpingcoi2 sou3
Yalechói sou
Definition
Luck or fortune; the factors beyond one's own effort that lead to success.
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How it's used
Focuses specifically on the element of chance that exists outside of one's own control or effort. It is often used to acknowledge that while hard work is important, external circumstances play a significant role in the final outcome. The term carries a slightly humble tone, as it avoids taking full credit for a success.
Examples
Whether I win the lucky draw this time really depends on luck.
He got promoted so fast, apart from ability, he also had some luck.
Related words
Common phrases
to depend on luck
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 運氣, which is a more general term for luck. 彩數 is specifically used when discussing the unpredictable outcome of a situation where you have already put in effort.
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Grammar guides
- LocationHow to say where something is using 喺 (hai2), place words like 度, and the common coverbs that work like English prepositions.
- Serial verbsStringing two or more verbs together without any joining word, like go to the shop buy things. Extremely common in Cantonese.
- 將 disposalHow to move the object in front of the verb with 將, to focus on what happens to it. Common in instructions and writing.
