m4 laa1 gang1唔啦更
Jyutpingm4 laa1 gang1
Yalem̀h lā gāng
Definition
Unrelated; having nothing to do with each other.
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How it's used
Describes something that is completely disconnected from the current topic or context. It often carries a slightly annoyed or dismissive tone, implying that the speaker finds the other person's input unhelpful or confusing. It is frequently used to shut down a conversation that has veered off track.
Examples
Related words
Common phrases
to speak irrelevantly
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 唔關事. While both imply a lack of connection, 唔關事 is a neutral statement of fact, whereas 唔啦更 carries a stronger sense of being nonsensical or out of place.
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Grammar guides
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