fong1 cing4 sik1方程式

Jyutpingfong1 cing4 sik1

Yalefōng chìhng sīk

名詞Rare

Definition

An equation in mathematics, or a formula or method for achieving something.

an equation; a mathematical statement of equality
figurativea formula, method, or key to achieving a certain result

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How it's used

Beyond the strict mathematical sense, this term is frequently used metaphorically to describe a specific set of conditions or a strategy required to achieve a certain outcome. It carries a sense of precision and predictability, implying that if you follow these specific steps, you will reach the desired result. It is common to hear it used in business or personal development contexts when discussing how someone achieved a goal.

Measure word

tiu4條tìuh

Examples

ni1呢tiu4條fong1方cing4程sik1式hou2好naan4難gai2計aa4呀。

This equation is really hard to calculate.

nei5你wan2搵dou3到sing4成gung1功ge3嘅fong1方cing4程sik1式mei6未aa4呀？

Have you found the formula for success yet?

Common phrases

sing4成gung1功ge3嘅fong1方cing4程sik1式

formula for success

gaai2解fong1方cing4程sik1式

solve an equation

Common mistake

Do not confuse this with फार्मूला, which is often used in English to describe a recipe or a generic procedure. While 方程式 can be used metaphorically, it sounds more formal or analytical compared to the more casual use of formula in English.