bat1 daa2 gan2不打緊不打紧
Jyutpingbat1 daa2 gan2
Yalebāt dá gán
Definition
Never mind; it is not important; it does not matter.
colloquialdaily actionsemotion
How it's used
Although it functions similarly to 唔緊要, this expression carries a slightly more formal or old fashioned tone. It is often used to reassure someone that a mistake or inconvenience is not a big deal. You will hear it more frequently from older generations or in slightly more polite social contexts.
Related words
Common phrases
It really does not matter
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 唔緊要, which is far more common in everyday speech. Using this in a very casual setting with close friends can sound slightly stiff or overly dramatic.
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Grammar guides
- 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.
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