Definition
打算 (dǎ suàn) means 'to plan' or 'to intend' — it focuses on having a specific intention or decision in mind. 准备 (zhǔn bèi) also means 'to plan' but emphasizes preparation and getting ready. 打算 can also be a noun meaning 'plan', while 准备 is mainly a verb.
verb
to planto intend
noun
planintention
Measure word · 个
Examples
- 打算。Wǒ dǎ suàn míngtiān qù túshūguǎn.I plan to go to the library tomorrow.
- 打算？Nǐ dǎ suàn xué shénme yǔyán?What language do you plan to study?
- 打算。Tā yǒu yí gè hǎo dǎ suàn.He has a good plan.
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