faan4 wing4 fu3 koeng4繁榮富強繁荣富强
Jyutpingfaan4 wing4 fu3 koeng4
Yalefàahn wìhng fu kèuhng
Definition
Prosperous, rich, and powerful.
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How it's used
This is a set idiom primarily used in political or formal contexts to describe the ideal state of a nation. It carries a heavy, patriotic tone and is rarely used to describe the prosperity of a small business or a single household. When used in casual conversation, it often sounds ironic or overly grand.
Examples
I hope society can be prosperous and strong, so everyone has a job.
Who wouldn't want their country to be prosperous and strong?
Related words
Common phrases
a country is prosperous and strong
Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use this to describe personal wealth or a successful career, but it is strictly reserved for national or societal scale.
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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.
