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才怪
cái guài
What does "才怪" mean in English?
that's unlikely你会赢吗？才怪！
Will you win? That's unlikely!
How to use "才怪" correctly: definitions and examples in English?
informal
Used to express strong doubt or disbelief about something, often with a tone of sarcasm or humor.
他说他能考第一名？才怪！
He says he can get first place? That's unlikely!
你觉得他会道歉？才怪！
Do you think he'll apologize? No way!
Often used in casual conversations to express skepticism or disbelief.
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Pro Tip
Usage Context
This phrase is typically used in informal settings to express strong disbelief or sarcasm.
Gold Rule
Tone Matters
The tone is often sarcastic or humorous, so use it with the right context to avoid sounding rude.
Word Origin
Combination of '才' (only, just) and '怪' (strange, unlikely), forming a phrase to express strong doubt.
Usage Notes
Commonly used in spoken Chinese to dismiss someone's claim or expectation as unrealistic or improbable.
Word Breakdown
才
only, just
root怪
strange, unlikely
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