zik6 fung1 lei5 hau5席豐履厚席丰履厚
Jyutpingzik6 fung1 lei5 hau5
Yalejihk fūng léih háuh
Definition
To enjoy a rich inheritance or live a life of abundance and comfort.
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How it's used
This is a formal idiom derived from classical Chinese literature that describes a life of extreme material abundance and ease. It is rarely used in casual conversation and carries a slightly literary or scholarly tone. When used in speech, it often implies a sense of envy or a comment on someone's privileged background.
Examples
His family left him a lot of money, he really lives a life of luxury.
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Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a common adjective, but it is a four-character idiom that functions as a descriptive phrase. Using it in a very informal setting can sound overly dramatic or pretentious.
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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.
