m4 zoi6 gong2唔在講唔在讲
Jyutpingm4 zoi6 gong2
Yalem̀h joih góng
Definition
Needless to say, let alone, or not to mention.
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How it's used
Functions as a conjunction to introduce an additional, usually more extreme point. It highlights that the first mentioned attribute is just the beginning of a list of qualities. The structure often pairs with 仲 or 仲有 to emphasize the second point.
Examples
Not only is he good at studying, he is also very polite.
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Common mistake
Often confused with the literal meaning of not talking, but it is strictly a grammatical structure for emphasis. It is rarely used in formal writing and sounds most natural in casual, evaluative speech.
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