min6 muk6 muk6面木木

Jyutpingmin6 muk6 muk6

Yaleminh mukh mukh

Definition

An adjective used to describe a "zoned-out" face; expressionless; phlegmatic; blank expression on one's face

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How it's used

This expression specifically captures a blank, unresponsive, or slightly dazed look that suggests a lack of engagement or emotional reaction. It is often used when someone seems preoccupied or when their lack of expression makes others feel uncomfortable or curious about their state of mind. Unlike formal terms for being serious, this carries a slightly informal, observational tone.

Examples

keoi5 seng4 jat6 min6 muk6 muk6 hou2 ci5 m4 soeng2 tung4 jan4 gong2 je5 gam3

佢成日面木木，好似唔想同人講嘢咁。

He is always expressionless, as if he doesn't want to talk to anyone.

nei5 zou6 me1 min6 muk6 muk6 aa4 hai6 mai6 m4 syu1 fuk6 aa4

你做咩面木木呀？係咪唔舒服呀？

Why are you looking so stony-faced? Are you feeling unwell?

Common phrases

min6 muk6 muk6 gam2

面木木噉

in an expressionless manner

Common mistake

Do not confuse this with being angry or cold. It describes a lack of expression rather than a specific negative emotion, so it is often used to ask if someone is feeling unwell or worried.