mou4 zeon6無盡无尽
Jyutpingmou4 zeon6
Yalemòuh jeuhn
Definition
Endless, limitless, or infinite.
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How it's used
無盡 carries a slightly literary or poetic tone compared to everyday expressions like 冇完冇了. It is frequently used to describe abstract concepts such as time, space, or deep emotions rather than physical objects. When you want to emphasize that something is truly boundless or infinite, this is the preferred term.
Examples
They have endless topics to talk about.
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Common mistake
Avoid using 無盡 to describe mundane, everyday tasks or physical items that are simply long or numerous, as it sounds overly dramatic. For simple situations like a long queue or a boring meeting, use 冇完冇了 instead.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
