gei2 sang1 sau1 dou3幾生修到几生修到

Jyutpinggei2 sang1 sau1 dou3

Yalegéi sāng sāu dou

Definition

Extremely lucky, as if one has accumulated good deeds over several past lifetimes.

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How it's used

This phrase literally refers to the accumulation of good karma over multiple lifetimes. It is used to express extreme gratitude or disbelief at one's good fortune, often regarding a specific person or a rare opportunity. It carries a slightly dramatic or sentimental tone, making it perfect for heartfelt confessions or expressing deep appreciation.

Examples

ceoi2娶dou3到ni1呢go3個lou5老po4婆，zan1真hai6係gei2幾sang1生sau1修dou3到。

Being able to marry this wife, I am truly blessed.

nei5你sik1識dou2到keoi5佢zou6做pang4朋jau5友，hai6係mai6咪gok3覺dak1得gei2幾sang1生sau1修dou3到aa4呀？

Do you feel incredibly lucky to have met them as a friend?

Common phrases

zan1真hai6係gei2幾sang1生sau1修dou3到

truly blessed

Common mistake

Do not use this to describe simple good luck like winning a small prize or finding a parking spot. It is reserved for significant life events or relationships where the outcome feels almost destined or exceptionally rare.