daam2 daai6 mong5 wai4膽大妄為胆大妄为
Jyutpingdaam2 daai6 mong5 wai4
Yaledáam daaih móhng wàih
Definition
Bold and reckless; daring to do inappropriate or risky things without any scruples.
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How it's used
Carries a strong negative connotation, implying that the person is not just brave but also lacks respect for rules or social norms. It is often used to describe someone who acts impulsively or arrogantly without considering the potential harm to others. Unlike simply being brave, this term suggests a moral or behavioral failure.
Examples
He is always so reckless, it is really hard to teach him.
How can you be so reckless and ignore the consequences?
Related words
Common phrases
behaving in a reckless manner
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe someone who is simply courageous or daring in a positive way, such as an athlete or a hero. It is strictly reserved for behavior that is seen as irresponsible, lawless, or socially unacceptable.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
