gwai2 jing2 dou1 mou5 zek3鬼影都冇隻鬼影都冇只
Jyutpinggwai2 jing2 dou1 mou5 zek3
Yalegwái yíng dōu móuh jek
Definition
To not see a single soul; referring to an extremely quiet, empty, or deserted place.
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How it's used
This idiom vividly describes a place that is completely empty or deserted. It carries a slightly eerie or dramatic tone, emphasizing the total absence of people. It is frequently used to express surprise or frustration when arriving at a location that is expected to be busy.
Examples
The street is completely quiet, not a single soul in sight.
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Common mistake
Do not use this to describe a place that is just quiet or has few people; it specifically implies that the place is entirely devoid of human presence.
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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.
