bou2 mat6 cam4 gwai1 dai2寶物沉歸底宝物沉归底
Jyutpingbou2 mat6 cam4 gwai1 dai2
Yalebóu maht chàhm gwāi dái
Definition
The best things come at the end, or are hidden and must be searched for patiently.
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How it's used
This idiom is frequently invoked when digging through clearance bins, rummaging through a pile of items, or waiting for the final reveal in a performance. It frames the act of searching or waiting as a strategic process rather than a tedious one. It serves as a comforting reminder to remain patient when initial options seem underwhelming.
Examples
Take your time choosing, as the saying goes, the best things are at the bottom.
Related words
Common phrases
as the saying goes, the best things are at the bottom
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