m4 hai6 gei2 cing1 co2唔係幾清楚唔系几清楚
Jyutpingm4 hai6 gei2 cing1 co2
Yalem̀h haih géi chīng chó
Definition
Not very clear, or not entirely sure about something.
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How it's used
This phrase is a classic example of Cantonese understatement used to soften a refusal or a lack of knowledge. It sounds much more polite and less blunt than saying 唔知, which can come across as dismissive. Adding the particle 喎 at the end often adds a sense of helpfulness or mild surprise that you are being asked for information you do not have.
Examples
I am not really clear about this matter.
You are asking me for the address? I am not so sure about it.
Related words
Common phrases
not explained very clearly
Common mistake
Avoid using this to mean physically blurry or visually unclear, as it is strictly used for mental clarity or knowledge. For visual clarity, use 唔清楚 or 睇唔清楚 instead.
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Grammar guides
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