fu3 gwai3富貴富贵
Jyutpingfu3 gwai3
Yalefu gwai
Definition
Wealthy and high-ranking; rich and of high social status.
colloquialpeoplemoney
How it's used
Refers to a combination of financial wealth and high social status or prestige. It carries a slightly traditional or old-fashioned nuance, often implying a sense of luxury or noble standing rather than just having a high bank balance. It is frequently used to describe families or lifestyles that have been wealthy for generations.
Examples
Their family is very wealthy and lives in a huge house.
Do you think being rich and high-status automatically means you'll be happy?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe someone who is simply rich or has just made a lot of money quickly, as it implies a level of social standing or refinement that goes beyond mere cash.
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