mai4 wu4迷糊
Jyutpingmai4 wu4
Yalemàih wùh
Definition
Dazed, confused, or semi-conscious.
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How it's used
Often used in the reduplicated form 迷迷糊糊 to emphasize a prolonged state of being dazed or absent-minded. It frequently describes someone who is not fully alert due to sleepiness, fatigue, or being overwhelmed by a situation. Unlike formal terms for confusion, this carries a slightly softer, more personal tone.
Examples
He just woke up and is still a bit dazed.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 糊塗, which typically describes a person who is habitually careless, disorganized, or makes poor judgments in life decisions. 迷糊 is more about a temporary state of mental fogginess or lack of focus.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
