daai6 gaa1 sam1 ziu3大家心照

Jyutpingdaai6 gaa1 sam1 ziu3

Yaledaaih gā sām jiu

Definition

To have a tacit, unspoken understanding between both parties.

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How it's used

Implies a tacit agreement or a shared secret that is understood without explicit verbal confirmation. It often carries a sense of camaraderie or conspiratorial understanding between people who share the same perspective on a situation. Using it effectively signals that you are part of an 'in-group' that does not require further explanation.

Examples

ngo5我dei6哋daai6大gaa1家sam1心ziu3照laa1啦，m4唔sai2使gong2講ceot1出hau2口。

We all know what's going on, no need to say it out loud.

keoi5佢dei6哋loeng5兩go3個gam3咁joeng2樣，daai6大gaa1家sam1心ziu3照㗎gaa2喇。

The way those two are acting, everyone already knows the deal.

Common phrases

daai6大gaa1家sam1心ziu3照bat1不syun1宣

everyone knows but keeps it quiet

Common mistake

Avoid using this in formal or professional settings, as it can sound dismissive or overly casual when discussing serious matters. It is strictly for informal social contexts where a level of personal rapport already exists.