dei6 lei6地利
Jyutpingdei6 lei6
Yaledeih leih
Definition
Favorable geographical position; a strategic or natural advantage brought by terrain or location.
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How it's used
Often paired with 天時 and 人和 to form the classic trio of strategic advantages. While it refers to physical location, it is frequently used in business contexts to describe a shop or office that is situated in a high traffic area. It carries a slightly formal or strategic tone, making it sound more sophisticated than simply saying a place is convenient.
Examples
This shop has a perfect location, business is incredibly good.
We have the advantage of terrain, why are we still afraid of them?
Related words
Common phrases
to have the best possible geographical advantage
the advantage of location
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Grammar guides
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