hou2 tin1 wan2 maai4 lok6 jyu5 mai5好天搵埋落雨米好天揾埋落雨米
Jyutpinghou2 tin1 wan2 maai4 lok6 jyu5 mai5
Yalehóu tīn wán màaih lohk yúh máih
Definition
To save for a rainy day; to make preparations during good times for future hardships.
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How it's used
This idiom uses the metaphor of sunny weather to represent times of prosperity and rainy weather to represent times of hardship or need. It is specifically used to encourage or describe the act of saving money or resources while one is still able to earn them. It carries a tone of practical wisdom and foresight regarding financial security.
Examples
He is very frugal, always preparing for a rainy day.
Related words
Common phrases
save for a rainy day
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with simply saving money for a specific goal like buying a house. It specifically refers to preparing for unexpected future difficulties or emergencies rather than planned expenses.
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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.
