- 浪子回头 làngzǐhuítóu return of a prodigal sonDescribes a wayward person who reforms their ways and mends their character; to repent and turn over a new leaf.
- 浪子回头金不换 làngzǐhuítóujīnbùhuàn a returned prodigal is more precious than goldA person who mends their ways is more valuable than any treasure; refers to a wayward or rebellious youth who reforms their behavior.
