zyut6 ziu1絕招绝招

Jyutpingzyut6 ziu1

Yalejyuht jīu

名詞Common

Definition

A killer move, masterstroke, or unique skill that guarantees success.

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How it's used

Often used in contexts involving games, competitions, or even negotiations where someone reveals a hidden, powerful tactic. It carries a sense of finality or decisive impact, suggesting that the person has been holding back this specific move until the most critical moment. While it can refer to a literal physical move in martial arts, it is frequently used metaphorically for any clever strategy or unique skill.

Measure word

ziu1招jīu

Examples

ni1呢go3個hai6係keoi5佢ge3嘅zyut6絕ziu1招，nei5你siu2小sam1心di1啲aa4呀。

This is his masterstroke, you better be careful.

nei5你zung6仲jau5有me1咩zyut6絕ziu1招mei6未ceot1出aa4呀？

What other masterstrokes do you have up your sleeve?

Common phrases

ceot1出zyut6絕ziu1招

to use one's masterstroke

Common mistake

Do not confuse this with 必殺技, which specifically refers to a finishing move in video games or anime. While they are similar, 絕招 is broader and can apply to non-combat situations like business tactics or social strategies.