cou1 zi1 daai6 jip6粗枝大葉粗枝大叶
Jyutpingcou1 zi1 daai6 jip6
Yalechōu jī daaih yihp
Definition
Sloppy and careless; inattentive to details.
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How it's used
Describes a personality trait or a specific way of working that lacks attention to detail. It carries a slightly critical tone, often used to warn someone to be more thorough or to express frustration with someone's habitual negligence.
Examples
He is so careless with his work, it is easy for something to go wrong.
Don't be so sloppy, take a closer look first.
Related words
Common phrases
to have a careless personality
to do things in a sloppy manner
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with simply being lazy. It specifically refers to a lack of precision or oversight, whereas being lazy implies a lack of effort or motivation.
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