sing3 zoi6勝在胜在

Jyutpingsing3 zoi6

Yalesing joih

動詞

Definition

To have the advantage of, or to be thanks to a particular strength.

to have the advantage of; to have the upper hand in
to be thanks to; to be attributed to (a saving grace or strength)

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How it's used

Highlighting a specific positive aspect that compensates for a negative situation is the primary function of this term. It is frequently used to justify a choice or to find a silver lining when something is otherwise lacking. Unlike simply stating a benefit, it implies that the mentioned quality is the saving grace.

Examples

le1呢gaan1間pou3舖tau2頭dei6地fong1方sai3細，sing3勝zoi6在gau3夠saai3晒fong1方bin6便。

This shop is small, but its advantage is being super convenient.

nei5你fan2份gung1工jan4人gung1工m4唔gou1高，sing3勝zoi6在gau3夠wan2穩ding6定aa4呀maa3嘛。

Your job doesn't pay much, but the upside is that it's stable.

Common phrases

sing3勝zoi6在gau3夠

the advantage is that it is enough/sufficiently

Common mistake

Learners often mistake this for a standard verb meaning to win, but it is strictly used to introduce the reason for a positive outcome or a redeeming quality. It cannot be used to describe the act of winning a game or competition.