mou4 syun2無損无损
Jyutpingmou4 syun2
Yalemòuh syún
Definition
Undamaged, harmless, or without loss.
neutralother
How it's used
Focuses on the physical integrity or the absence of negative consequences for an object or situation. It is often used in logistics, shipping, or when handling fragile items to confirm that nothing has been broken during transit. Unlike general words for safe, this specifically highlights the lack of degradation or loss of value.
Examples
Luckily the goods are undamaged, so no need to pay for them.
Don't worry, I guarantee I will deliver it to you without any damage.
Related words
Common phrases
completely undamaged
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe a person's health or emotional state, as it is strictly reserved for objects, cargo, or abstract concepts like reputation or interest.
Grammar color guide
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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.
