jyu4 ceon2愚蠢
Jyutpingjyu4 ceon2
Yaleyùh chéun
Definition
Stupid, foolish, or silly; having low intelligence.
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How it's used
While 愚蠢 is a valid word for stupid, it sounds quite formal or literary in spoken Cantonese. Most people prefer using 蠢 or 笨拙 in daily conversation. Using 愚蠢 often adds a slightly more serious or critical tone, as if you are making a formal judgment about someone's lack of intelligence.
Examples
Why are you being so stupid?
The plan he came up with is very foolish.
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Common mistake
Learners often use 愚蠢 in casual settings where it sounds overly dramatic or stiff. It is better to use 蠢 when talking to friends or family to avoid sounding like you are reading from a textbook.
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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.
