mou4 so2 wai3 geoi6無所畏懼无所畏惧
Jyutpingmou4 so2 wai3 geoi6
Yalemòuh só wai geuih
Definition
Fearless; unafraid of anything.
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How it's used
This is a formal idiom that carries a literary weight, often used in written contexts or when making a dramatic point in speech. It sounds quite intense compared to everyday ways of saying someone is brave, such as 好大膽. Because of its formal nature, it is rarely used to describe casual situations like being unafraid of a small spider.
Examples
He is truly fearless when facing difficulties.
How can you be so fearless?
Related words
Common phrases
to act in a fearless manner
Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use this in casual conversation where it sounds overly dramatic or stiff. It is better to use simple adjectives like 大膽 or 唔驚 when describing everyday courage.
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