baak3 zit3 bat1 naau4百折不撓百折不挠
Jyutpingbaak3 zit3 bat1 naau4
Yalebaak jit bāt nàauh
Definition
Indomitable and steadfast; refusing to give up despite countless setbacks and continuing to persevere.
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How it's used
This is a formal idiom often used in written contexts or speeches to praise someone's character. While it describes a positive trait, using it in casual daily conversation can sound overly dramatic or literary. It is best reserved for describing someone's professional attitude or long-term life struggles.
Examples
He is indomitable; no matter how he fails, he never gives up.
You must be steadfast when facing difficulties to achieve success.
Related words
Common phrases
indomitable spirit
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a common adjective, but it functions more like a descriptive phrase for a person's spirit or attitude. Do not use it to describe simple tasks or minor inconveniences.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
