wan4 hoi1 gin3 jat6雲開見日云开见日

Jyutpingwan4 hoi1 gin3 jat6

Yalewàhn hōi gin yaht

Definition

The clouds disperse and the sun appears, meaning that difficulties have cleared up or a misunderstanding is resolved.

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How it's used

This idiom carries a strong sense of emotional relief after a period of prolonged stress or confusion. It is often used to describe the resolution of a complex interpersonal conflict or a difficult life situation. Unlike simple phrases for happiness, it specifically highlights the transition from a dark, uncertain state to one of clarity and optimism.

Examples

ging1經gwo3過ni1呢ci3次ng6誤wui6會，zung1終jyu1於wan4雲hoi1開gin3見jat6日laa3喇。

After this misunderstanding, things have finally cleared up.

nei5你gaai2解kyut3決zo2咗go3個man6問tai4題mei6未？hai6係mai6咪wan4雲hoi1開gin3見jat6日aa4呀？

Have you solved the problem yet? Are you finally feeling relieved?

Common phrases

zung1終jyu1於wan4雲hoi1開gin3見jat6日

finally the clouds disperse and the sun appears

Common mistake

Avoid using this in casual, trivial situations like finding a lost pen or finishing a minor chore, as it implies a significant emotional burden has been lifted.