bok3 m4 gwo3搏唔過搏唔过
Jyutpingbok3 m4 gwo3
Yalebok m̀h gwo
Definition
Not worth taking the risk; not worth a gamble.
colloquialworkmoney
How it's used
Focuses on the cost benefit analysis of a risky situation rather than just the danger itself. It implies that the potential reward is insufficient to justify the effort or the possibility of failure. You will often hear it used when someone is deciding whether to invest time, money, or energy into a project.
Examples
The salary for this job is so low, it's really not worth the risk.
Do you think this business deal isn't worth the risk?
Related words
Common phrases
really not worth the risk
to feel it is not worth the risk
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 唔抵, which usually refers to something being poor value for money. 搏唔過 specifically highlights the element of risk or gambling on an uncertain outcome.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
