mou4 ho2 bei6 min5無可避免无可避免
Jyutpingmou4 ho2 bei6 min5
Yalemòuh hó beih míhn
Definition
Unavoidable; inevitable.
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How it's used
This phrase is essentially a formal, written-style expression that has been adopted into spoken Cantonese. It carries a sense of resignation or objective observation, often used when discussing systemic issues or life events that cannot be changed. Because it sounds quite serious, it is rarely used in casual, lighthearted conversation.
Examples
These mistakes are unavoidable.
How do you view inevitable failure?
Related words
Common phrases
inevitable result
unavoidable conflict
Common mistake
Learners often try to use this in everyday situations where a simpler phrase like 冇辦法 would be much more natural. Using it to describe minor inconveniences, such as missing a bus, sounds overly dramatic or stiff.
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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.
