m4 zoi6 fu4唔在乎
Jyutpingm4 zoi6 fu4
Yalem̀h joih fùh
Definition
To not care; to be indifferent or unconcerned.
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How it's used
Often carries a slightly dismissive or detached tone, suggesting that the subject has consciously decided to disregard a situation or opinion. While it functions similarly to the English "don't care," it is more formal or emphatic than the extremely common colloquial expression 唔理.
Examples
He simply does not care what others think.
Related words
Common phrases
completely indifferent
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 唔介意, which means "do not mind." Using 唔在乎 when someone offers you a choice might sound like you are being rude or indifferent, whereas 唔介意 is the polite way to say you have no preference.
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Grammar guides
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