This phrase is used to indicate that in times of chaos or confusion, there are those who benefit from the disorder. The literal translation is 'At a turbulent river, gain for fishermen'. It is similar to the English saying 'one man's loss is another man's gain'.
Examples
- Spanish: Con la crisis económica actual, hay muchas empresas que están sufriendo, pero otras están prosperando. Como dicen, 'a río revuelto, ganancia de pescadores'.
- English: With the current economic crisis, there are many companies that are suffering, but others are thriving. As they say, 'in times of chaos, some find opportunities'.