bat1 zai3 si6不濟事不济事

Jyutpingbat1 zai3 si6

Yalebāt jai sih

Definition

Ineffective, useless, or of no help in solving a problem.

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How it's used

Focuses on the functional failure of an object, plan, or method rather than a person's character. It carries a slightly dismissive tone, implying that the item or strategy is inadequate for the task at hand. It is frequently used when something breaks down prematurely or fails to produce the expected result.

Common phrases

jyun4完cyun4全m4唔

completely useless

Common mistake

Do not use this to describe a person who is incompetent or lazy, as it specifically refers to the utility of things or ideas. For people, use terms like 冇用 or 廢 instead.