mei6 loi4未來未来
Jyutpingmei6 loi4
Yalemeih lòih
Definition
The future; time that is yet to come.
neutraltime
How it's used
Refers to the time that has not yet arrived, often used in contexts involving personal planning, career goals, or societal development. It carries a slightly more formal or serious tone compared to everyday slang, making it common in discussions about life choices or long term projects.
Examples
What are your plans for the future?
We need to prepare well for the future.
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