long6 dak1 heoi1 ming4浪得虛名浪得虚名
Jyutpinglong6 dak1 heoi1 ming4
Yalelohng dāk hēui mìhng
Definition
To have an undeserved reputation; to possess a famous name without the corresponding ability.
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How it's used
Used to challenge or confirm the validity of someone's fame or status. It functions as a predicate and is often paired with 絕對 or 確實 to emphasize the speaker's judgment. While it sounds slightly more formal than everyday slang, it is frequently used in casual conversation to critique public figures or popular businesses.
Examples
His cooking is so good, he definitely doesn't have an undeserved reputation.
Is this master actually just all talk and no action?
Related words
Common phrases
certainly not an undeserved reputation
as expected, the reputation is undeserved
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe someone who is simply bad at their job; it specifically implies a discrepancy between a high public reputation and actual performance.
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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.
