mok6 si6漠視漠视
Jyutpingmok6 si6
Yalemohk sih
Definition
To ignore, neglect, or treat with indifference.
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How it's used
Carries a formal and critical tone, often used in professional or serious contexts to describe a deliberate failure to acknowledge someone or something. It implies a sense of disrespect or negligence rather than simple lack of awareness. It is frequently used when discussing rights, rules, or safety concerns.
Examples
He always ignores my opinions, it is so annoying.
Why do you have to ignore this serious problem?
Related words
Common phrases
to neglect rights and interests
to disregard the law
Common mistake
Avoid using this in casual, everyday situations where you simply did not notice something, as it implies an active, intentional choice to disregard. For casual situations, use 唔理 instead.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
