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Jyutpingjoeng6 seoi1
Yaleyeuhng sēui
Definition
Ugly or unattractive in appearance; also used to describe botched or clumsy execution.
- ugly; unattractive; bad-looking
- figurativeclumsy, inept, or botched in execution
colloquialdescriptionspeople
How it's used
Beyond describing physical ugliness, this term frequently critiques behavior or performance that is embarrassing, clumsy, or socially unacceptable. It carries a strong sense of judgment, implying that the person or action has lost face or looks pathetic. It is far more common in casual, blunt criticism than formal descriptors of appearance.
Examples
Your hairstyle really looks terrible.
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Common mistake
Do not use this to describe someone who is simply not attractive in a neutral way, as it implies a sense of mockery or strong disapproval. It is often used to describe a 'pathetic' or 'shameful' situation rather than just a visual aesthetic.
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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.
