faan1 saang1翻生
Jyutpingfaan1 saang1
Yalefāan sāang
Definition
To experience a revival, resurrection, or recovery from a major downturn.
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How it's used
Often used in business or career contexts to describe a dramatic recovery from bankruptcy, failure, or a period of obscurity. It carries a sense of resilience and unexpected success after hitting rock bottom. While it literally means resurrection, it is rarely used in a literal or religious sense, focusing instead on professional or personal rehabilitation.
Examples
His business failed, but luckily he managed to make a comeback in the end.
Do you think there is still a chance for this old brand to revive?
Related words
Common phrases
business revival
successfully make a comeback
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 復活, which is more commonly used for literal resurrection or the religious concept of Easter. 翻生 is strictly for metaphorical comebacks or reviving a project or business.
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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.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
