hou2 jan4 si2好人事
Jyutpinghou2 jan4 si2
Yalehóu yàhn sí
Definition
Pleasant, easy-going, and nice to get along with.
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How it's used
Describes someone who is accommodating and rarely causes trouble for others. It implies a lack of pretension or stubbornness, making the person a reliable choice for collaboration. People often use this to reassure others that someone is approachable and unlikely to react negatively to a request.
Examples
He is very easygoing, so it is easy to work with him.
Why are you worried? He is so easy to get along with, he will definitely help you.
Related words
Common phrases
quite easygoing
to have an easygoing personality
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the Mandarin phrase 好人好事, which refers to good deeds or charitable acts. In Cantonese, 好人事 is strictly an adjective describing a person's personality and temperament.
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Grammar guides
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