mou4 ceot1 kei4 jau6無出其右无出其右
Jyutpingmou4 ceot1 kei4 jau6
Yalemòuh chēut kèih yauh
Definition
Matchless; unequalled; having nothing that can surpass or excel it.
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How it's used
This idiom is a formal literary expression that carries a strong sense of absolute superiority. Using it in casual conversation often adds a touch of dramatic flair or mock seriousness. It functions as a predicate and is typically used to praise someone's exceptional talent or quality.
Examples
When it comes to cooking, his skills are truly matchless.
Who could possibly be better than the service at this shop?
Related words
Common phrases
skills are matchless
status is unequalled
Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use it as a direct adjective before a noun, but it must function as a verb phrase or predicate. It is also strictly reserved for positive superlatives, so using it to describe something negative sounds highly unnatural.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
