Chinese phrase
备用计划是〜 bèi yòng jì huà shì 〜
Meaning
The backup plan is ___
When to use it
This phrase states a backup plan. It introduces a practical alternative when the original plan is delayed or no longer possible.
Example dialogue
现在办签证来不及，备用计划是 申请下一学期入学。 xiàn zài bàn qiān zhèng lái bù jí bèi yòng jì huà shì shēn qǐng xià yì xué qī rù xué
It's too late to get a visa, so the backup plan is applying for admission next term.
好，那就准备材料，争取下次顺利入学。 hǎo nà jiù zhǔn bèi cái liào zhēng qǔ xià cì shùn lì rù xué
Okay, let's prepare the documents and work toward enrolling next time.