发财

fā cái

HSK 7–9

Meaning

to get rich

Definition

获得大量钱财，变得富有。

To get rich; to make a fortune.

Usage

常用来祝福他人或形容生意兴隆。

Often used to wish someone wealth or describe prosperous business.

Examples

1 祝你新年发财！ (Wishing you a prosperous New Year!)
2 他做生意发了财。 (He made a fortune in business.)
3 这家公司今年肯定能发财。 (This company is sure to get rich this year.)
4 发财不是人生的唯一目标。 (Getting rich is not the only goal in life.)
5 他梦想一夜发财。 (He dreams of getting rich overnight.)

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