sau1 fung1收風收风
Jyutpingsau1 fung1
Yalesāu fūng
Definition
To find out what is happening; to get some news or information.
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How it's used
Originating from the idea of catching the wind to sense changes in the air, this phrase is used when someone is discreetly gathering information or keeping an ear to the ground. It often implies a sense of gossip or unofficial intelligence rather than formal announcements. Use it when you want to sound like a local who is well connected and aware of the latest developments.
Examples
Help me get some info and see if there are any new company arrangements.
He is always going to different departments to get the scoop, like a spy.
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to mean receiving a physical object or a literal breeze. It is strictly for information gathering and is not interchangeable with standard verbs for receiving news like 收到消息.
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