can is can
phrase/ˈkæn ɪz ˈkæn/
Etymology
See can (“fine, acceptable, possible”, Singlish, intransitive).
Definitions
While something is possible or makes sense in theory, it may not be as straightforward or…
While something is possible or makes sense in theory, it may not be as straightforward or sensible as initially thought, or may prove to be less successful in practice.
- I packed lots of sleeveless clothes, sunblock, and of course a cap. Slippers? Can is can but Hong Kongers are not usually so sloppy la. People here wear pretty nice shoes, and the youngsters are carrying drawstring bags.
- How about turning one man’s trash into another man’s treasure? Well, can is can.
Used to reassure someone that something is definitely possible or doable, by reinforcing…
Used to reassure someone that something is definitely possible or doable, by reinforcing the definitiveness of a previous statement of can.
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sense glosses and etymology drawn from English Wiktionary · source · CC-BY-SA