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Jyutpingsoeng2 tau4
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Definition
An idea, notion, expectation, or hope.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to a mental concept or a budding plan rather than a concrete strategy. It often carries a nuance of being a personal aspiration or a whimsical thought that has not yet been fully acted upon. While interchangeable with 諗法 in many contexts, it feels slightly more abstract and subjective.
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This idea of yours is actually quite good.
Has he ever considered the idea of changing careers?
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 諗頭, which is a very common colloquial term for a clever idea or a creative solution. While 想頭 focuses on the notion or hope itself, 諗頭 emphasizes the ingenuity or the specific spark of inspiration behind a plan.
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