万一 (wàn yī)

In Chinese, "万一" can be translated as "in case", "if by any chance", or "just in case". It is used to express the possibility or precaution regarding some unexpected event. Below are detailed examples of how to use "万一".

1. Expressing Possibility

"万一" is often used to express the possibility of some event happening. For example:

• 万一他迟到了，我们就先开始。 (Wàn yī tā chídàole, wǒmen jiù xiān kāishǐ.) — In case he is late, we'll start without him.
• 你要随身带些钱，以防万一。 (Nǐ yào suíshēn dài xiē qián, yǐ fáng wàn yī.) — Carry some money with you, just in case.

2. Expressing Precaution

This phrase is also used to express precautionary measures regarding an unexpected event. For example:

• 我已经备好了，以防万一。 (Wǒ yǐjīng bèi hǎole, yǐ fáng wàn yī.) — I've prepared, just in case.
• 记得带雨伞，以防万一。 (Jìdé dài yǔsǎn, yǐ fáng wàn yī.) — Remember to take an umbrella, just in case.