daai6 on1 zi2 ji3大安旨意

Jyutpingdaai6 on1 zi2 ji3

Yaledaaih ōn jí yi

形容詞

Definition

To have a false sense of security; to be overly relaxed or complacent, ignoring potential risks or reality.

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How it's used

This expression describes a state of mind where someone feels overly secure or relaxed despite clear signs that they should be worried. It often implies a lack of preparation or a naive belief that things will work out on their own. People use it to criticize someone for being irresponsible or failing to take necessary precautions.

Examples

nei5你m4唔hou2好gam3咁daai6大on1安zi2旨ji3意，gung1功fo3課zung6仲mei6未zou6做㗎。

Don't be so complacent, you still haven't finished your homework.

keoi5佢seng4成jat6日daai6大on1安zi2旨ji3意，ci4遲dou3到dou1都m4唔geng1驚。

He is always so laid back, he isn't even afraid of being late.

Common phrases

gam3咁daai6大on1安zi2旨ji3意

so complacent

daai6大on1安zi2旨ji3意gam3咁

in a complacent manner

Common mistake

Learners often mistake this for simply being relaxed or calm, but it carries a negative connotation of being neglectful or dangerously oblivious to potential consequences.