Chinese phrase
临时方案 lín shí fāng àn
Meaning
temporary plan
When to use it
A temporary plan is used until a final plan is approved. It can change as people check the details and make a final decision.
Example dialogue
经理问我们能不能在下周会议前准备一个临时方案。 jīng lǐ wèn wǒ men néng bù néng zài xià zhōu huì yì qián zhǔn bèi yí gè lín shí fāng àn
The manager asked us if we could get a temporary plan ready before next week's meeting.
可以，我会先做一个计划发给大家，等确认后再完善。 ké yǐ wǒ huì xiān zuò yí gè jì huà fā gěi dà jiā děng què rèn hòu zài wán shàn
Sure, I'll put together a plan and send it to everyone first, then refine it after they confirm it.