maan6 daai6 si6 jau5 ngo5萬大事有我万大事有我
Jyutpingmaan6 daai6 si6 jau5 ngo5
Yalemaahn daaih sih yáuh ngóh
Definition
An assurance of complete support no matter how serious the situation is; a promise that "you can count on me come hell or high water".
colloquialpeopleemotion
How it's used
This phrase is a powerful expression of loyalty and reliability often used to calm someone down before they take a risky action. It implies that the speaker is willing to take responsibility or provide resources if things go wrong. It is most effective when said to friends or family members who are feeling anxious about a difficult task.
Examples
Go ahead and do it, you can count on me no matter what happens.
I am here to back you up, what are you afraid of?
Related words
Common phrases
I am here to handle whatever happens
Common mistake
Do not use this phrase in formal or professional settings, as it sounds overly emotional and informal. It is strictly for personal relationships where you have a close bond with the other person.
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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.
