mou4 liu4無聊无聊
Jyutpingmou4 liu4
Yalemòuh lìuh
Definition
Boring, silly, or meaningless; lacking in value, purpose, or significance.
- meaningless; trivial; pointless; of little value
- bored; having nothing to do
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How it's used
Beyond meaning trivial or meaningless, this word is frequently used to describe a state of boredom or a person who is tedious to be around. It captures a sense of frustration when someone is wasting time on activities that lack substance or value. When applied to a person, it implies they are dull or uninteresting.
Examples
This movie is so pointless, I have no idea what it's about.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with the feeling of being bored, but it is also used to describe the object or activity causing that boredom. Ensure you distinguish between feeling bored and something being inherently pointless.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
