haap6 aai3狹隘狭隘
Jyutpinghaap6 aai3
Yalehaahp aai
Definition
Narrow and confined, or narrow-minded with limited vision.
- narrow; cramped; not spacious
- figurativenarrow-minded; petty; having limited vision
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How it's used
Primarily describes a lack of breadth in perspective or character rather than just physical space. When referring to physical width, Cantonese speakers overwhelmingly prefer the word 窄. Using 狹隘 for a physical object like a road can sound slightly literary or overly formal in casual conversation.
Examples
He is very narrow-minded and always worries about small things.
This road is so narrow, how is the car supposed to pass?
Related words
Common mistake
Do not use 狹隘 to describe physical objects in daily speech, as it sounds unnatural compared to 窄. It is almost exclusively used to criticize someone's mindset or limited worldview.
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Grammar guides
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