gaai3 ji3介意
Jyutpinggaai3 ji3
Yalegaai yi
Definition
To mind, take offense, or care about something perceived as negative or disrespectful.
- to mind, take offense, or feel disrespected
- to care about, view negatively, or mind a situation
colloquialemotionpeople
How it's used
Often used in the negative form 唔介意 to express politeness or acceptance, such as when someone asks for permission. It carries a sense of internal emotional weight or sensitivity, distinguishing it from simply not caring about a trivial matter. When used in a social context, it frequently highlights a person's vulnerability to criticism or perceived slights.
Examples
Do you mind if I sit here?
He really cares about what others think of him.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 唔緊要, which means it does not matter. While 唔介意 is about a person's internal feeling of being offended or bothered, 唔緊要 is a neutral statement that an event or situation is of no consequence.
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