sau1 dou3 fung1收到風收到风

Jyutpingsau1 dou3 fung1

Yalesāu dou fūng

Definition

To get wind of something; to hear a rumour or receive news.

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How it's used

This phrase carries a slightly secretive or informal nuance, often implying that the information was obtained through unofficial channels or gossip. It is commonly used when discussing news that has not been officially announced yet. The imagery of catching wind suggests the information is floating around in the air rather than being delivered directly.

Examples

nei5你hai6係bin1邊dou6度sau1收dou2到fung1風㗎？

Where did you hear that from?

ngo5我sau1收dou3到fung1風waa6話keoi5佢dei6哋wui2會bun1搬zau2走。

I've heard a rumour that they are moving out.

Common phrases

sau1收dou2到fung1風waa6話

heard a rumour that

Common mistake

Do not use this to describe receiving official or formal information, such as an email from a company or a direct message from a teacher, as it specifically implies hearsay or unofficial intelligence.