heoi1虛虚
Jyutpingheoi1
Yalehēui
Definition
False, fake, or unreal; empty and hollow inside.
- fake; false; unreal
- empty; hollow; void
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How it's used
Beyond meaning fake, this word often describes a person who lacks substance or is being insincere to hide their nervousness. It is frequently used to describe someone who feels guilty or cowardly when confronted, as in feeling weak or hollow inside. It carries a negative connotation of being untrustworthy or lacking solid foundation.
Examples
Everything he says is so fake.
Related words
Common phrases
false or hypocritical
feeling guilty or having a guilty conscience
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 假, which is a direct adjective for fake objects. 虛 is more often used to describe abstract qualities, a person's character, or a state of mind rather than a physical counterfeit product.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
