jau5 hang6有幸
Jyutpingjau5 hang6
Yaleyáuh hahng
Definition
To have the honor or good fortune to; honored, lucky, or fortunate.
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How it's used
Formal contexts often employ this term to express humility or politeness when describing an encounter or an achievement. It carries a slightly elevated tone compared to standard conversational Cantonese, making it sound more sophisticated or respectful. While it functions as an adverb, it frequently appears in phrases where the speaker acknowledges a stroke of good luck or a privilege.
Examples
I am so happy to have the good fortune of meeting you today.
Since you were lucky enough to win the prize this time, remember to treat us to a meal.
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Common mistake
Learners often mistake it for a direct translation of 'lucky' in all contexts. It is not used for random events like finding a coin on the street, where 好彩 is the appropriate choice instead.
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