m4 do1 m4 siu2唔多唔少
Jyutpingm4 do1 m4 siu2
Yalem̀h dō m̀h síu
Definition
More or less; to some degree or extent.
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How it's used
Use this phrase to soften a statement when you want to acknowledge that something has had an effect, even if that effect is minor or indirect. It functions as an adverbial phrase that adds a layer of nuance, suggesting that while the impact might not be total, it is definitely present. It is particularly useful when discussing causes or influences in a slightly detached or objective manner.
Examples
What he said makes sense to some extent.
Related words
Common phrases
more or less have some
more or less affect
Common mistake
Avoid using this to mean exactly fifty percent or a precise measurement. It is strictly for indicating a vague, non-zero degree of influence or occurrence.
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Grammar guides
- Directional complementsThe small words added after a verb to show direction of movement, like up, down, out, in, and back. Common in everyday Cantonese.
- DemonstrativesThis and that with 呢 and 嗰, the personal pronouns, and how 哋 turns I, you, and he into we, you all, and they.
- Resultative complementsSticking a result word onto a verb to show how it turned out, like eat until full or look and find. A productive everyday pattern.
