jiu2 mo1妖魔
Jyutpingjiu2 mo1
Yaleyíu mō
Definition
Demons and monsters from folklore that are said to harm humans.
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How it's used
Often used in the collective phrase 妖魔鬼怪 to describe a chaotic group of bad people or strange characters. While it literally refers to mythological creatures, it is frequently applied metaphorically to describe people with malicious intentions or those who cause trouble in society.
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zek3隻jekExamples
Legend says there are demons haunting this place.
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Common phrases
demons and ghosts; all sorts of evil characters
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe a scary animal or a person who is simply physically ugly, as it carries a strong connotation of moral corruption or supernatural evil.
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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.
