jau5 seot6有術有术
Jyutpingjau5 seot6
Yaleyáuh seuht
Definition
To have an effective means, method, or knack for doing something.
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How it's used
This expression is almost exclusively used in the pattern [noun] + 有術, where the noun describes a specific area of expertise or a desired outcome. It carries a slightly formal or literary tone, often implying that the person has mastered a clever or secret technique that others lack. It is rarely used on its own as a standalone verb phrase in casual speech.
Examples
She maintains her appearance so well, she really has a knack for staying young.
You are so successful in business, you must have a great method for managing it.
Related words
Common phrases
to have a knack for maintaining a youthful appearance
to be skilled at management or business operations
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a general way to say someone is smart or capable, but it specifically refers to having a refined, effective, or almost 'magical' method for achieving a particular result.
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