zai3 jyu6際遇际遇
Jyutpingzai3 jyu6
Yalejai yuh
Definition
One's lot, fate, or the favorable and unfavorable events encountered in life.
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How it's used
Focuses on the specific series of events or circumstances that shape a person's life path over a period of time. It carries a slightly literary or reflective tone, often used when discussing the ups and downs of one's journey rather than just a single event. It is frequently used to express a sense of resignation or contemplation regarding how life has unfolded.
Examples
His experiences over these past few years have been really rough.
Do you think everyone's fate is destined from the start?
Related words
Common phrases
to have a rough or bumpy life path
to have different life experiences
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 命運, which refers to a broader, more abstract concept of destiny or fate. 際遇 is more grounded in the actual experiences and encounters one has had, making it more about the specific path taken rather than a preordained outcome.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- 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.
