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Yaleyáuh ji jé sih gíng sìhng
Definition
Where there's a will, there's a way; people with determination will eventually succeed.
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How it's used
This idiom is frequently used as a piece of encouragement for someone facing a difficult task or a long term goal. It carries a formal and literary tone despite being widely understood and used in daily life. It is often cited in educational contexts or when someone is struggling with a project to remind them that persistence is the key to success.
Examples
As long as you are willing to work hard, where there is a will, there is a way.
Related words
Common phrases
to believe that where there is a will, there is a way
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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.
