gu1 pik1孤僻
Jyutpinggu1 pik1
Yalegū pīk
Definition
Unsociable, reclusive, or eccentric; not fond of socializing with others.
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How it's used
Describes someone who prefers solitude and keeps to themselves, often implying a personality that is somewhat detached or aloof. While it can be used neutrally to describe a loner, it often carries a slightly negative connotation of being difficult to get along with or socially awkward. It is distinct from being shy, as it focuses more on the active preference for isolation rather than social anxiety.
Examples
He is very unsociable, you rarely see him come out to hang out.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe someone who is simply shy or quiet, as it implies a more deliberate, personality-driven choice to avoid social interaction. It is not a synonym for being introverted, which is a neutral personality trait.
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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.
