laap6 ding6 sam1 seoi2立定心水
Jyutpinglaap6 ding6 sam1 seoi2
Yalelaahp dihng sām séui
Definition
To make up one's mind, especially after hesitating or procrastinating.
colloquialdaily actionsemotion
How it's used
Focuses on the process of overcoming hesitation or indecision to reach a firm conclusion. It implies that the speaker was previously weighing options or dragging their feet, and this action marks the end of that uncertainty. It is often used when someone has been procrastinating on a major life decision.
Examples
Have you finally made up your mind yet?
I have already made up my mind to study abroad.
Related words
Common phrases
finally made up one's mind
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with simply deciding to do something, as it carries a stronger connotation of settling a long-standing internal conflict or debate.
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Grammar guides
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