saan1 jan4 zi6 jau5 miu6 gai3山人自有妙計山人自有妙计
Jyutpingsaan1 jan4 zi6 jau5 miu6 gai3
Yalesāan yàhn jih yáuh miuh gai
Definition
To have an ingenious plan or solution in mind.
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How it's used
This phrase is a playful, slightly dramatic way to tell others that you have a secret solution to a problem. It is often used when someone is being pestered by others to reveal their plan, allowing the speaker to maintain a sense of mystery or confidence. It carries a lighthearted, self-assured tone that is common in casual banter.
Examples
Don't worry about it, I've already got a clever plan.
He said he has a clever plan and told us not to ask.
Related words
Common phrases
I have a trick up my sleeve
Common mistake
Do not use this in formal or professional settings, as it sounds overly theatrical and dismissive. It is strictly for informal interactions among friends or family.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
