点子 diǎnzi spot
spot; point; dot; speck; drop (of liquid); droplet; point (of argument); idea; crux; indication; pointer
How to remember 点子: 点 point + 子 child = spot.
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How it is used
- 'Idea, suggestion; the key point' - 出点子 (chū diǎnzi) to come up with ideas; 好点子 a good idea.
- Colloquial for a clever idea or tip; 馊点子 (sōu diǎnzi) a lousy idea.
- Also 'spot/drop' literally, but the 'bright idea' sense dominates in speech.
Example sentences
- 你鬼点子真多。 Nǐ guǐdiǎnzi zhēn duō.You're very resourceful.