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Jyutpinggai3
Yalegai
Definition
An idea, method, or solution to a problem.
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How it's used
Often used to refer to a clever scheme or a strategic plan rather than just a formal solution. It carries a sense of ingenuity or cunning, especially when someone is trying to find a way out of a difficult situation. It is extremely common to hear it paired with verbs like 諗 or 出.
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There is really no solution for this matter.
Related words
Common phrases
to brainstorm a solution
no way out
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the verb 計 which means to calculate or count. When used as a noun meaning solution, it is almost exclusively used in informal, spoken contexts.
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Grammar guides
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