meng6 zeng3命正
Jyutpingmeng6 zeng3
Yalemehng jeng
Definition
To have a good fate or to be blessed with good fortune.
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How it's used
Refers to a person having a naturally fortunate life or being born under a lucky star. It is often used to explain why someone seems to avoid misfortune or succeeds without much effort compared to others. The term carries a slightly superstitious or fatalistic nuance common in local culture.
Examples
They have such good fate, no wonder everything they do goes smoothly.
Related words
Common phrases
born with good fate
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 好運, which refers to temporary good luck or a winning streak. 命正 implies a more permanent, inherent state of being blessed by fate.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- 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.
