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Definition
A shortcoming, flaw, or defect; or a school demerit record.
- shortcoming; defect; flaw; weakness
- demerit; a record of minor misconduct at school
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How it's used
Refers specifically to personal character flaws or functional defects in an object or plan. While it is a standard term, in casual conversation people often use 唔好處 or 弊處 to describe the downsides of a situation or idea. It is distinct from 弱點, which implies a specific point of vulnerability rather than a general negative trait.
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He doesn't have many flaws, he's just too soft-hearted.
What flaws do you think this plan has?
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Common mistake
Learners sometimes confuse this with 弱點. While 缺點 refers to a negative quality or flaw, 弱點 specifically refers to a weakness or a point where someone is easily defeated or manipulated.
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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.
