bat1 hei2 fun1不喜歡不喜欢
Jyutpingbat1 hei2 fun1
Yalebāt héi fūn
Definition
To dislike or hate.
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How it's used
Cantonese speakers almost exclusively use 唔鍾意 instead of the formal written 不喜歡. Using the latter in casual conversation sounds stiff, unnatural, or like someone reading from a textbook. It is a versatile phrase that can express anything from a mild preference to a strong aversion depending on the tone and context.
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Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use 不喜歡 because it is the standard written form. In spoken Cantonese, always use 唔鍾意 to sound natural.
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