goek3 goek3 cat1 zyu3腳腳七注脚脚七注
Jyutpinggoek3 goek3 cat1 zyu3
Yalegeuk geuk chāt jyu
Definition
To be extremely lucky, especially in gambling; to be highly successful or dead on target every time.
colloquialslang
How it's used
This expression originates from mahjong culture, specifically referring to a player who consistently wins or hits the winning tiles. It carries a sense of being on an unstoppable winning streak where every move or prediction turns out perfectly. While it is heavily associated with gambling, it is frequently used metaphorically in daily life to describe someone who is exceptionally fortunate or accurate in their guesses.
Examples
He is so lucky today, everything he does is a win.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with general luck, as it specifically implies a sequence of successful outcomes rather than a single lucky event. It is also strictly colloquial and should be avoided in formal or professional settings.
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