daai6 nou5大腦大脑
Jyutpingdaai6 nou5
Yaledaaih nóuh
Definition
Cerebrum, or figuratively, the mastermind or brain behind a group.
- cerebrum; the main part of the brain
- figurativethe mastermind or key decision-maker of a group
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the biological organ in medical or scientific contexts, but is frequently used metaphorically in casual speech to mock someone's intelligence or decision making. When discussing general intelligence or mental capacity, people often prefer using 腦袋 or simply 腦 instead of the more clinical 大腦. Using the full term in everyday conversation can sound surprisingly heavy or overly formal unless you are being intentionally sarcastic.
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The doctor said his cerebrum was damaged and he needs to stay in the hospital for observation.
Is your brain just for decoration? Think clearly before you speak.
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Common mistake
Avoid using this term when referring to someone's mind or thoughts in a general sense, as it sounds like you are talking about a physical piece of anatomy rather than their cognitive ability.
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