seon6 ging2順境顺境
Jyutpingseon6 ging2
Yaleseuhn gíng
Definition
Favorable circumstances or easy conditions with few obstacles.
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How it's used
Often used in contrast with 逆境 to describe the duality of life experiences. It carries a slightly formal or reflective tone, frequently appearing in advice, motivational speech, or philosophical discussions about one's character. It is rarely used in casual, everyday small talk about specific tasks.
Examples
When he is in good times, he always forgets to save money.
How do you face good times and bad times?
Related words
Common phrases
good times and bad times
Common mistake
Learners sometimes mistake this for a general adjective meaning lucky or smooth, but it is a noun referring to a state of being. Avoid using it to describe a specific event or a person's personality.
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Grammar guides
- 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.
- In 30 secondsThe whole language at a glance. No tenses, no plurals, six tones, sentence particles. Read this before you dive into any specific topic.
- ParticlesSentence particles add tone, emotion, and nuance. Learn the most common particles in Cantonese and how to use them.
