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Definition
An intention or plan.
neutraldaily actionstime
How it's used
While 打算 functions as both a verb and a noun, it is frequently used as a noun in Cantonese to describe one's general outlook or strategy regarding a situation. It often appears in phrases concerning preparation for negative outcomes, such as making a worst case scenario plan. It feels slightly more formal or serious than the more casual 諗法 or 計劃.
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What are your plans for this year?
I don't have any plans for now.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse 打算 with 計劃. While 計劃 implies a structured, step by step arrangement, 打算 is more about one's personal intent or mental preparation for a future action.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
