m4 zai3 dak1 gwo3唔制得過唔制得过
Jyutpingm4 zai3 dak1 gwo3
Yalem̀h jai dāk gwo
Definition
Not worth doing; not worth going for.
colloquialworkmoney
How it's used
Expresses a strong sense of disapproval or a calculated decision that the risks or costs outweigh the potential benefits. It is commonly used when advising someone against a specific course of action, such as accepting a bad job offer or entering a dubious business deal. The phrase carries a slightly informal, cautionary tone that implies you have already weighed the pros and cons.
Examples
The salary for this job is so low, it's really not worth taking.
Think it over carefully, this investment plan is not worth it.
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 唔抵, which focuses on the lack of value for money. 唔制得過 is broader and refers to the overall viability or wisdom of an action, not just the price tag.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
