jyu4 jyun6 ji5 soeng4如願以償如愿以偿
Jyutpingjyu4 jyun6 ji5 soeng4
Yaleyùh yuhn yíh sèuhng
Definition
To have one's wishes fulfilled, or to see one's hopes and dreams realized.
neutralemotion
How it's used
This idiom carries a sense of satisfaction after a period of striving or waiting. It is often used to describe major life milestones like career achievements or personal goals rather than trivial everyday desires. While it is a formal idiom, it is frequently used in casual speech to emphasize the positive outcome of a long-term effort.
Examples
He finally got into his dream university and had his wish fulfilled.
Related words
Common phrases
finally have one's wish fulfilled
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Grammar guides
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
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