mau6 ng6謬誤谬误
Jyutpingmau6 ng6
Yalemauh ngh
Definition
Fallacy; an error in reasoning used to construct an argument.
writtenother
How it's used
Reserved primarily for academic, formal, or intellectual discourse, this term is rarely used in casual daily chatter. It carries a heavy, analytical weight, often appearing in debates, essays, or critical discussions about reasoning. When someone uses it in conversation, they are usually pointing out a specific flaw in an opponent's logic rather than just calling them wrong.
Measure word
go3個goExamples
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 誤會, which simply means a misunderstanding between people. Remember that 謬誤 specifically refers to a structural error in reasoning or a false belief, not a social miscommunication.
Grammar color guide
Noun
Verb
Adjective
Adverb
Pronoun
Classifier
Particle
Connector
Grammar guides
- 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.
- In 30 secondsThe whole language at a glance. No tenses, no plurals, six tones, sentence particles. Read this before you dive into any specific topic.
- ParticlesSentence particles add tone, emotion, and nuance. Learn the most common particles in Cantonese and how to use them.
