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Chinese idioms like 「禍為福先」 represent a high level of language skill. This free guide helps you learn their meaning and use.

The Chinese idiom we are introducing this time is 「禍為福先」. You can find its meaning and application outlined below.

It means that good luck will come after suffering misfortunes. It is often used to comfort people who are suffering.

The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :

huò wéi fú xiān

while its Cantonese pinyin is :

wo6 wai6/wai4 fuk1 sin1

The treasure trove of Chinese idioms is extensive, with different expressions suited for various situations. We hope these free resources will aid you in your journey to mastering Chinese.