hyut3 hon6 cin2血汗錢血汗钱
Jyutpinghyut3 hon6 cin2
Yalehyut hohn chín
Definition
Hard-earned money; money earned through hard toil and manual labor.
colloquialmoney
How it's used
Emphasize the physical or emotional toll taken to acquire funds when using this term. It carries a strong sense of moral weight, often used to scold someone for wasting money or to express deep appreciation for a provider's sacrifice. It is rarely used for passive income or windfalls.
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bat1筆bātExamples
You cannot spend this hard-earned money recklessly.
Related words
Common phrases
to earn hard-earned money
do not waste hard-earned money
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe money earned through investments or passive sources, as the term specifically highlights the physical toil or personal sacrifice involved in the labor.
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Grammar guides
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