mou4 hoi6無害无害
Jyutpingmou4 hoi6
Yalemòuh hoih
Definition
Harmless; causing no damage, injury, or loss.
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How it's used
Often used in the four character idiom 人畜無害 to describe someone who appears gentle, innocent, or non-threatening. While it can describe physical objects or substances, it is frequently applied to people to suggest they lack any malicious intent or aggressive personality traits.
Examples
This dog is very well-behaved and completely harmless to everyone.
Don't worry, this suggestion is harmless.
Related words
Common phrases
harmless to both humans and animals
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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.
