sik6 dak1 haam4 jyu4 dai2 dak1 hot3食得咸魚抵得渴食得咸鱼抵得渴
Jyutpingsik6 dak1 haam4 jyu4 dai2 dak1 hot3
Yalesihk dāk hàahm yùh dái dāk hot
Definition
One must be willing to accept the consequences of one's own choices or lifestyle.
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How it's used
This proverb is used to tell someone that they must accept the negative outcomes of their own choices. It carries a tone of resignation or a stern reminder that one cannot complain after voluntarily taking a risk. It is rarely used in formal writing and is most effective when delivered as a blunt piece of advice.
Examples
Since you chose this job, you have to accept the consequences.
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Common mistake
Do not use this to describe bad luck or external circumstances beyond someone's control. It specifically emphasizes personal responsibility and the direct link between a chosen action and its unpleasant result.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
