gaau1 zuk1 gung1 fo3交足功課交足功课
Jyutpinggaau1 zuk1 gung1 fo3
Yalegāau jūk gūng fo
Definition
To make adequate preparations beforehand.
colloquialworkdaily actions
How it's used
Literally meaning to hand in a full set of homework, this phrase is used metaphorically in professional or social settings to describe someone who has done their due diligence. It implies that the person has put in the necessary effort to avoid being caught off guard. It is a common way to praise someone for being thorough or to pressure someone to stop being lazy.
Examples
Have you made adequate preparations for this time yet?
He always comes well-prepared for every meeting.
Related words
Common phrases
to show someone that you have done your homework
Common mistake
Do not use this phrase to describe literal schoolwork, as it sounds awkward and overly formal in that context. It is strictly reserved for non-academic preparation, such as researching a topic before a presentation or gathering information before a negotiation.
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