mok6 bat1 gwaan1 sam1漠不關心漠不关心
Jyutpingmok6 bat1 gwaan1 sam1
Yalemohk bāt gwāan sām
Definition
Indifferent and completely unconcerned; to pay no attention at all.
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How it's used
This idiom carries a strong sense of coldness and emotional detachment, often implying a deliberate choice to ignore someone or something. It is more formal than simply saying 唔理, making it suitable for describing a serious lack of empathy or a breakdown in relationships. Using it in casual conversation can sound quite critical or judgmental.
Examples
He is very indifferent to things happening around him.
Why are you so indifferent about this matter?
Related words
Common phrases
an indifferent attitude
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 唔理, but 唔理 is a neutral, everyday verb meaning to ignore or not pay attention to, whereas 漠不關心 describes a deep-seated, cold attitude or state of mind.
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