mong5 gaa1妄加
Jyutpingmong5 gaa1
Yalemóhng gā
Definition
To do something without permission, authority, or due consideration.
writtenworkcommunication
How it's used
This term carries a formal and critical tone, often implying that the person's actions are presumptuous or lack proper justification. It is frequently used in professional or serious contexts to describe someone overstepping their boundaries by adding unauthorized content or making baseless assumptions. Unlike casual verbs for adding, this word highlights the lack of permission or the recklessness of the addition.
Examples
Do not speculate on what others are thinking without basis.
He actually added his own opinions to the report without authorization.
Related words
Common phrases
speculate without basis
comment without authorization
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a common verb like 加, but it is a formal, literary-influenced term that sounds unnatural in casual daily conversation. It is best reserved for written reports, formal complaints, or serious discussions rather than casual chat.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
