daai6 on1 zyu2 ji6大安主義大安主义
Jyutpingdaai6 on1 zyu2 ji6
Yaledaaih ōn jyú yih
Definition
An attitude of easygoing complacency, being excessively optimistic, or leaving things to chance.
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How it's used
Refers to a mindset of passive optimism where one assumes everything will turn out fine without putting in any effort. It carries a slightly critical tone, often used to describe someone who is overly relaxed or lacks a sense of urgency. It is distinct from simply being chill, as it implies a lack of responsibility or foresight.
Examples
Don't be so complacent in life, you need to be more proactive.
He is always so laid-back and complacent, and as a result, he has missed many opportunities.
Related words
Common phrases
a complacent mindset
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a positive trait like being easygoing or optimistic, but it is almost always used to point out a flaw in someone's work ethic or attitude.
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Grammar guides
- Directional complementsThe small words added after a verb to show direction of movement, like up, down, out, in, and back. Common in everyday Cantonese.
- DemonstrativesThis and that with 呢 and 嗰, the personal pronouns, and how 哋 turns I, you, and he into we, you all, and they.
- Resultative complementsSticking a result word onto a verb to show how it turned out, like eat until full or look and find. A productive everyday pattern.
