soeng2 fong1 cit3 faat3想方設法想方设法
Jyutpingsoeng2 fong1 cit3 faat3
Yaleséung fōng chit faat
Definition
To try every possible means or think of every method to achieve a goal.
neutraldaily actions
How it's used
This idiom carries a sense of persistence and determination, often implying that the subject is going to great lengths or overcoming obstacles to achieve a specific goal. It is frequently used in contexts where someone is being resourceful or cunning to solve a difficult problem. Unlike simpler expressions for trying, this phrase emphasizes the variety and intensity of the methods being explored.
Examples
He tried every possible way to find that document again.
Related words
Common phrases
to try every means to solve
to try every means to achieve
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Grammar guides
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