coi4 ho2 tung1 san4財可通神财可通神
Jyutpingcoi4 ho2 tung1 san4
Yalechòih hó tūng sàhn
Definition
With money you can do whatever you want; money talks.
colloquialmoney
How it's used
This idiom carries a cynical tone, often used to critique how wealth can bypass rules or moral boundaries. It suggests that money acts as a supernatural force capable of influencing outcomes that should otherwise be impossible. It is frequently used in discussions about corruption or social inequality.
Examples
He thinks money makes him all-powerful, but does money really talk that much?
In this world, money often talks, and you can solve things if you have it.
Related words
Common phrases
the logic that money talks
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe someone who is simply rich or good at making money. It specifically refers to the corrupting or overwhelming power of wealth to influence systems and people.
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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.
