yǒu běn shi

Translation

  • to have what it takes
  • (coll.) (often followed by 就[jiu4]) (used to challenge sb) if you're so clever, ..., if she's so tough, ... etc
  • Example: 有本事就打我[you3 ben3 shi5 jiu4 da3 wo3] Hit me if you dare!

Examples

  • 她真的有本事让别人做她想做的事。
    She has a real knack for getting people to do what she wants.
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