jau5 ngoi6有礙有碍
Jyutpingjau5 ngoi6
Yaleyáuh ngoih
Definition
To hinder, obstruct, or stand in the way of.
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How it's used
Used primarily in formal or semi-formal contexts to describe something that negatively impacts the appearance or progress of a situation. It carries a slightly literary or bureaucratic tone, often appearing in public notices or formal complaints. While it can mean a physical obstacle, it is most frequently paired with abstract concepts like aesthetics or public order.
Examples
These sundries are an eyesore.
Related words
Common phrases
an eyesore
detrimental to the city's appearance
Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use this in casual conversation to mean a physical barrier or a simple problem, but it sounds overly stiff and unnatural in daily speech. For everyday obstacles, use 阻住 instead.
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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.
