nin4 fu3 lik6 koeng4年富力強年富力强
Definition
To be in the prime of life, full of vigor and potential.
How it's used
This idiom is a formal expression used to describe someone who is physically strong and mentally sharp, typically during their most productive years. While it is a four-character idiom, it is frequently used in professional settings or when discussing someone's potential for career advancement. It carries a sense of admiration for both the person's age and their capability to take on significant challenges.
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Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a general way to say someone is young, but it specifically implies a combination of youth and high capability. It is not used to describe children or teenagers, as it requires the person to be at a stage where they can actively contribute to society or work.
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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.
