faat3 go3 zyu1 tau4發個豬頭发个猪头
Jyutpingfaat3 go3 zyu1 tau4
Yalefaat go jyū tàuh
Definition
To strike it rich; to make a massive fortune.
colloquialmoney
How it's used
This expression uses the image of a pig's head to represent wealth, likely stemming from the idea of a plump, prosperous-looking pig. It is a vivid, informal way to describe a sudden or significant increase in someone's financial status. While it implies becoming wealthy, it often carries a slightly humorous or informal tone compared to more standard ways of saying someone is rich.
Examples
He got very rich recently and bought a lot of new clothes.
Do you think getting rich is that easy?
Related words
Common phrases
to look like one has become very rich
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with literal descriptions of pigs or food. It is an idiomatic phrase used specifically for financial gain and cannot be used to describe someone who is simply fat or physically resembles a pig.
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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.
