fung4 hung1 faa3 gat1逢凶化吉
Jyutpingfung4 hung1 faa3 gat1
Yalefùhng hūng fa gāt
Definition
To turn bad luck into good fortune; to manage to turn misfortune or danger to one's advantage.
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How it's used
This idiom is often used as a blessing or a wish for someone facing a difficult situation or a dangerous journey. It carries a sense of optimism, implying that even when things look bleak, a positive outcome is still possible. It is frequently heard in contexts involving health scares, financial trouble, or impending travel.
Examples
I hope you can turn this misfortune into luck and get home safely.
He manages to turn bad luck into good every time, he is truly incredibly lucky.
Related words
Common phrases
hope to turn misfortune into luck
as expected, turned misfortune into luck
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
