fung1 seoi2 lou2 ak1 nei5 sap6 nin4 baat3 nin4 ，m4 ak1 dak1 jat1 sai3風水佬呃你十年八年，唔呃得一世风水佬呃你十年八年，唔呃得一世
Jyutpingfung1 seoi2 lou2 ak1 nei5 sap6 nin4 baat3 nin4 ，m4 ak1 dak1 jat1 sai3
Yalefūng séui lóu āk néih sahp nìhn baat nìhn ，̀mh āk dāk yāt sai
Definition
An expression meaning time will eventually tell or reveal the truth, or that one cannot keep up a lie forever.
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How it's used
This proverb is a classic piece of Hong Kong street wisdom used to defend one's credibility when someone is skeptical of a claim. It implies that while a person might be able to deceive others temporarily, the truth will inevitably surface over time. It is often used in casual arguments to reassure a listener that the speaker is being sincere and not just making empty promises.
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cannot fool you for a lifetime
Common mistake
Do not use this phrase in formal or professional settings, as it is highly colloquial and carries a cynical tone regarding fortune tellers. It is strictly for informal, personal interactions between friends or acquaintances.
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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.
