mou5 zau2 gai1冇走雞冇走鸡

Jyutpingmou5 zau2 gai1

Yalemóuh jáu gāi

語句

Definition

To have everything under control, with absolutely nothing left to chance; guaranteed or in the bag.

to have everything fully prepared with no details overlooked; in the bag
to be sure not to miss a great opportunity, benefit, or prize

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How it's used

Originating from the gambling table, this phrase literally refers to a chicken that cannot escape. It is used to express confidence that a plan is foolproof or that a desired outcome is guaranteed. It carries a slightly informal, triumphant tone, often used when confirming that all necessary preparations have been made to avoid any potential failure.

Examples

so2所jau5有je5嘢dou1都on1安paai4排hou2好saai3晒，gam1今ci3次jat1一ding6定mou5冇zau2走gai1雞。

Everything is well-arranged, this time it is definitely in the bag.

nei5你gei3記dak1得daai3帶maai4埋go3個hau6後bei6備din6電，gam3咁zau6就mou5冇zau2走gai1雞laa1啦。

Remember to bring the spare battery too, then we will be all set.

Common phrases

jat1一ding6定mou5冇zau2走gai1雞

definitely in the bag

Common mistake

Do not use this to describe a person who is physically running away, as it is strictly metaphorical for security or certainty. It is also not typically used in formal business or academic writing due to its colloquial roots.