m4 ci5 joeng2唔似樣唔似样
Jyutpingm4 ci5 joeng2
Yalem̀h chíh yéung
Definition
Unbecoming, improper, or outrageous behavior; also, not resembling each other.
- unbecoming; improper; behaving in an unacceptable manner
- not resembling; looking different from each other
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How it's used
Describes behavior that falls short of basic expectations or social norms. It carries a strong sense of disapproval or disappointment, often used by elders or superiors to criticize someone's lack of professionalism or maturity. The phrase implies that the person is failing to act like a decent or responsible individual.
Examples
Your work is a mess, how are you going to hand it in?
He is always throwing tantrums, it is really outrageous.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 唔似, which simply means 'does not resemble' or 'looks different'. 唔似樣 specifically targets the quality or appropriateness of an action or character, rather than physical appearance.
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