lou1 hei2撈起捞起
Jyutpinglou1 hei2
Yalelōu héi
Definition
To become prosperous, successful, or rich.
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How it's used
Originally referring to the act of scooping food from a pot, this term evolved to describe someone who has achieved significant success or wealth. It carries a sense of social mobility, often implying that someone has risen from humble beginnings to a much better status. It is frequently used when discussing someone's career trajectory or financial improvement.
Examples
He became prosperous last year and moved to live in Mid-Levels.
Related words
Common phrases
has become successful
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the literal action of scooping food, such as 撈麵, which uses the same characters but has a completely different meaning. Ensure the context clearly relates to financial or career success to avoid confusion.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
