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Yalegwaat chōu lùhng
Definition
To make a large sum of money through dishonest or illegal means.
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How it's used
This expression carries a strong negative connotation, implying that the wealth was acquired through exploitation or illicit activities. The imagery of scraping a dragon suggests greedily stripping away value from a powerful or dangerous source. It is almost exclusively used to describe large, sudden, and morally questionable financial gains rather than steady income.
Examples
He made a fortune by trading contraband, getting rich very quickly.
Do you really think you can make a killing by doing these scams?
Related words
Common phrases
to make a fortune by scamming people
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe legitimate business success or hard work, as it specifically implies dishonesty or corruption. Using it for a regular salary or honest profit would sound bizarre or insulting to the person being described.
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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.
