daap3 fei1 so2 man6答非所問答非所问
Jyutpingdaap3 fei1 so2 man6
Yaledaap fēi só mahn
Definition
To give an irrelevant answer; to answer off-topic and evade the question.
colloquialcommunication
How it's used
This idiom is used to call out someone who is intentionally avoiding a direct answer or is simply not listening to the question asked. It carries a slightly critical tone, implying that the person is being evasive or incompetent in their response. It is often used in professional or serious settings when someone is trying to dodge accountability.
Examples
Why are you giving me an irrelevant answer?
He always answers off-topic, it is hard to communicate with him.
Related words
Common phrases
completely off-topic
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
