haa4 haa4 mou6 mou6霞霞霧霧霞霞雾雾
Jyutpinghaa4 haa4 mou6 mou6
Yalehàh hàh mouh mouh
Definition
Foggy, blurry, or muddled; lacking in clarity.
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How it's used
This reduplicated phrase captures a sense of being out of focus, both physically and mentally. It is often used to describe a state of confusion or lack of clarity in one's thoughts, similar to being in a fog. You will frequently hear it used when someone is feeling lightheaded or when their vision is obscured by fatigue or poor lighting.
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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.
