fan3 san1瞓身
Jyutpingfan3 san1
Yalefan sān
Definition
To go all in; to spare no effort and commit all of one's resources.
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How it's used
Literally meaning to sleep on something, this term conveys the intensity of committing one's entire body and soul to a task. It is frequently used in contexts involving high stakes, such as gambling, heavy financial investment, or major life decisions. The imagery suggests a total lack of reservation, as if you are physically throwing your whole self into the situation.
Examples
He is really going all in to help you this time.
Do you really need to go all in and invest in this project?
Related words
Common phrases
to support with all one's might
to be fully committed
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with literal sleeping or resting. While it contains the character 瞓, it is strictly a figurative expression for dedication or risk-taking and cannot be used to describe the act of lying down to sleep.
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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.
