heoi1 mou4虛無虚无
Jyutpingheoi1 mou4
Yalehēui mòuh
Definition
Nihilistic, meaningless, or existing in a state of complete nothingness.
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How it's used
Describes concepts or feelings that lack substance or tangible reality, often carrying a philosophical or existential weight. It is frequently used to critique ideas that are too abstract or disconnected from practical application. Unlike simple words for empty, it implies a sense of profound lack of purpose or grounding.
Examples
He always feels that life is meaningless.
These plans are so vague, how can we implement them?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe a physical container that is empty, as 冇嘢 or 空 is appropriate for that context. It is reserved for abstract concepts, feelings, or intangible theories.
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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.
