san4 zik1神跡神迹
Jyutpingsan4 zik1
Yalesàhn jīk
Definition
Miracle; a miraculous or supernatural event attributed to divine power.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to supernatural events attributed to divine intervention rather than just any lucky coincidence. While it carries a religious connotation, it is frequently used in casual conversation to describe an incredibly unlikely or impossible outcome that defies explanation. The term implies a sense of awe or disbelief at the occurrence.
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He actually recovered, it is simply a miracle!
Do you really think miracles happen in this world?
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe simple good luck or success through hard work, as it specifically implies an external, divine force. Using it for mundane events can sound overly dramatic or sarcastic.
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