bat1 gei1不羈不羁
Jyutpingbat1 gei1
Yalebāt gēi
Definition
Uninhibited, untamed, and free-spirited; not bound by social norms.
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How it's used
Often used to describe a specific type of masculine charm that is rebellious or unconventional. It implies a sense of freedom from societal expectations rather than just being messy or rude. While it can describe a personality, it is frequently applied to a person's appearance or overall vibe.
Examples
He looks so untamed, as if he doesn't like being controlled by anyone.
You think he is so uninhibited, but actually he is very responsible.
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe someone who is simply lazy or unhygienic, as it carries a connotation of a deliberate, cool, or charismatic rejection of norms.
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Grammar guides
- LocationHow to say where something is using 喺 (hai2), place words like 度, and the common coverbs that work like English prepositions.
- Serial verbsStringing two or more verbs together without any joining word, like go to the shop buy things. Extremely common in Cantonese.
- 將 disposalHow to move the object in front of the verb with 將, to focus on what happens to it. Common in instructions and writing.
