jan1 din2恩典
Jyutpingjan1 din2
Yaleyān dín
Definition
God's grace, favor, or gift in Christianity.
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How it's used
Primarily used within religious contexts, this term carries a sense of undeserved favor or divine blessing. It is almost exclusively associated with Christian theology in Hong Kong, distinguishing it from general concepts of luck or kindness. When speaking about everyday good fortune, people typically use 運氣 or 福氣 instead.
Examples
Everything we have today is God's grace.
Do you think this matter is God's grace?
Related words
Common phrases
God's grace
Common mistake
Avoid using this word to describe secular good luck or a favor from a person, as it sounds overly formal or specifically theological to a native speaker.
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