Definition
三生有幸 is a four-character idiom (chengyu) meaning 'extremely lucky' or 'fortunate beyond measure'. The literal image is 'lucky across three lifetimes' — a Buddhist-influenced expression that conveys deep gratitude or honor when meeting someone or experiencing something rare. You use it in polite, formal, or heartfelt contexts, often when thanking someone for an opportunity or expressing how honored you feel.
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extremely luckyfortunate beyond measure (used to express deep gratitude or honor)
Examples
- ,三生有幸。Néng rènshi nín, zhēnshi sān shēng yǒu.It's truly my great fortune to meet you.
- ,三生有幸。Jīntiān néng cānjiā zhège shènghuì, wǒ gǎndào sān shēng yǒu.I feel extremely honored to attend this grand gathering today.
- 三生有幸,。sān shēng yǒu, néng yǒu nín zhèyàng de lǎoshī zhǐdǎo wǒ.I am incredibly lucky to have a teacher like you guiding me.
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