How to Say ‘To get rich; to make a fortune’ in Traditional Chinese
發財
💬 Usage Tip: [發] = “to prosper/expand,” [財] = “wealth.” It’s a lucky, money-themed phrase.
🇹🇼 In Taiwan: Money/prosperity wishes are common at New Year. It’s cheerful, but with elders or formal settings, you can balance it with health greetings too.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
發財
[fā cái]
to get rich; to prosper financially
A common Lunar New Year wish for wealth and prosperity; often appears in 恭喜發財.
祝你新的一年發財、事業順利！
Wishing you wealth and a smooth career in the new year!
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