zyu2 ji3主意
Jyutpingzyu2 ji3
Yalejyú yi
Definition
An idea, plan, or opinion.
colloquialdaily actions
How it's used
Focus on the creative or strategic aspect of a plan rather than just a passing thought. While it translates to idea, it often implies a solution to a problem or a way forward in a specific situation. It is frequently paired with verbs like 諗 or 出 to emphasize the act of generating a strategy.
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Common mistake
Avoid using it for a simple opinion or belief, where 諗法 is more appropriate. It specifically refers to a plan or a way to handle something, not just a mental perspective.
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Grammar guides
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
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