zuk1 co3 jung6 san4捉錯用神捉错用神
Jyutpingzuk1 co3 jung6 san4
Yalejūk cho yuhng sàhn
Definition
To misinterpret, misunderstand, or get the wrong idea about someone else's thoughts or intentions.
colloquialpeoplecommunication
How it's used
This phrase is specifically used when someone misreads the underlying intention or subtext of a situation rather than just a simple factual error. It implies that the person has put effort into guessing what someone else wants or thinks, but has arrived at completely the wrong conclusion. It is often used to gently correct someone who is overthinking or misreading a social cue.
Examples
You've got the wrong idea; that's not what I meant.
Did he misinterpret things and think we didn't want to go?
Related words
Common phrases
completely misinterpreted the intention
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with simply being wrong about a fact. It specifically refers to misinterpreting the intent or the hidden meaning behind someone's words or actions.
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