bat1 ging1 zai3不經濟不经济
Jyutpingbat1 ging1 zai3
Yalebāt gīng jai
Definition
Uneconomical; not worth the money.
colloquialmoney
How it's used
While literally meaning not economical, this term is frequently used to describe situations where the cost outweighs the benefit or convenience. It is a slightly formal way of saying something is not a good deal, often appearing in discussions about household expenses or travel planning. You will hear it used when evaluating whether a specific choice is worth the money spent.
Related words
Common phrases
very not cost-effective
Common mistake
Learners often use this to mean cheap or affordable, but it specifically refers to value for money or cost-effectiveness. It is not a direct substitute for saying something is expensive, which is better expressed as 貴.
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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.
