mou4 ji6無異无异
Jyutpingmou4 ji6
Yalemòuh yih
Definition
To have no differences; to be the same as or equivalent to.
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How it's used
Although this term appears in spoken Cantonese, it carries a slightly formal or literary weight compared to the everyday 冇分別. It is frequently used in argumentative or analytical contexts to emphasize that two things are effectively the same despite superficial appearances. You will often hear it paired with the preposition 同 to establish the comparison.
Examples
The opinions of those two are fundamentally no different.
How is doing it this way any different from just admitting defeat?
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Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use it as a direct adjective like 'different', but it functions more as a verb phrase meaning 'to have no difference'. Avoid using it to describe simple physical differences, as it is better suited for abstract concepts like ideas, methods, or outcomes.
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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.
