m4 jing6 sou3唔認數唔认数

Jyutpingm4 jing6 sou3

Yalem̀h yihng sou

Definition

To go back on one's word, refuse to admit a mistake, or avoid responsibility.

colloquialpeopledaily actions

How it's used

This phrase literally refers to not acknowledging a debt or a tally, but it is broadly used to describe anyone who refuses to admit their mistakes or back out of a commitment. It carries a strong sense of moral disapproval and is often used when someone is caught red-handed but still tries to deny their involvement. It is more informal and punchy than simply saying someone is irresponsible.

Examples

nei5你zou6做co3錯zo2咗zau6就m4唔hou2好m4唔jing6認sou3數laa1啦。

Don't try to dodge responsibility now that you've messed up.

keoi5佢seng4成jat6日dou1都m4唔jing6認sou3數，zan1真hai6係hou2好maa4麻faan4煩。

He is always dodging responsibility, it's really annoying.

Common phrases

sei2死dou1都m4唔jing6認sou3數

stubbornly refusing to admit fault

Common mistake

Do not confuse this with simply forgetting something. It specifically implies a deliberate, often dishonest attempt to escape the consequences of one's actions.