miu6妙
Jyutpingmiu6
Yalemiuh
Definition
Clever, ingenious, or wonderful.
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How it's used
Often used to describe a solution or idea that is unexpectedly brilliant or elegant. It carries a slightly literary or appreciative tone compared to the more common 醒 or 聰明. It is frequently paired with the particle 呀 or 嘅 to emphasize the speaker's admiration.
Examples
This method of yours is truly ingenious!
How could you come up with such a clever strategy?
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Common mistake
Avoid using it to describe a person's general intelligence, as it is almost exclusively reserved for describing ideas, plans, or specific situations. Use 聰明 when referring to a person's mental capacity.
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