bat1 ham1 zou6 zau6不堪造就
Jyutpingbat1 ham1 zou6 zau6
Yalebāt hām jouh jauh
Definition
Uneducable; unpromising; hopeless to train or cultivate.
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How it's used
Carries a strong sense of disappointment or frustration, often used by mentors or parents when someone fails to show improvement despite repeated guidance. It implies that the person lacks the necessary potential or willingness to succeed, making further effort feel futile. It is a harsh judgment that should be used carefully as it sounds quite dismissive.
Examples
He is truly unpromising, no matter how much I explain he just doesn't get it.
Do you think this person is beyond help?
Related words
Common phrases
simply hopeless
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe someone who is simply struggling with a task, as it implies a fundamental lack of potential rather than a temporary difficulty. It is a character judgment rather than a description of performance.
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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.
