zi6 gei2 zeoi3 zi1 zi6 gei2 si6自己最知自己事
Jyutpingzi6 gei2 zeoi3 zi1 zi6 gei2 si6
Yalejih géi jeui jī jih géi sih
Definition
One knows oneself best, or understands one's own situation better than anyone else.
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How it's used
This expression acts as a concise way to dismiss external advice or questioning by asserting that personal circumstances are best understood by the individual involved. It carries a tone of finality and often implies that the person has already made a calculated decision based on private information. It is frequently used to shut down prying questions from others.
Examples
You don't need to persuade him, he knows his own situation best.
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