bat1 jyu4不如
Jyutpingbat1 jyu4
Yalebāt yùh
Definition
To be inferior to; to not be as good as others.
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How it's used
Used primarily to express a comparison where the subject falls short of a standard or another entity. It often carries a slightly critical or disappointed tone when evaluating quality or performance. While it functions as a verb, it is frequently used in comparative structures to highlight a decline or inferiority.
Examples
His singing is really not as good as it used to be.
Do you think this brand is worse than that one?
Related words
Common phrases
each generation is worse than the last
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with the suggestion marker 唔如, which is a common way to say 'why don't we' or 'how about'. In the context of comparison, ensure the sentence structure clearly establishes two points of reference to avoid confusion with the suggestion form.
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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.
