fai3 si6 coi2 nei5廢時啋你废时啋你
Jyutpingfai3 si6 coi2 nei5
Yalefai sih chói néih
Definition
Can't be bothered with you; not wanting to waste time talking to or dealing with you.
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How it's used
Expresses a dismissive attitude towards someone whose words or actions are deemed unworthy of attention. It functions as a blunt way to end a conversation or signal that the speaker is finished engaging with the other person. The phrase carries a strong sense of superiority or annoyance.
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Avoid using this in professional or formal settings, as it is highly confrontational and rude. It is strictly for peer-to-peer conflict or when someone is being particularly unreasonable.
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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.
