English–Chinese
“fate” in Chinese
How to say “fate” in Chinese
“Fate” in Chinese is 缘分 (yuán fèn).
An unseen link of circumstance that brings two people together and lets a relationship form.
Example sentences with 缘分
我们在旅行中结下了缘分。wǒ men zài lǚ xíng zhōng jié xià le yuán fèn
We formed a bond while traveling.
Tips for using 缘分
- English speakers often hear "fate" as fixed destiny, while this everyday noun can describe a relationship that comes together by circumstance, including friendship as well as romance.
Other Chinese words for “fate”
你能改变你的命运吗？nǐ néng gǎi biàn nǐ de mìng yùn ma
Can you change your fate?