mou4謨谟
Jyutpingmou4
Yalemòuh
Definition
To plan or scheme; also to consult or deliberate.
- literaryto plan; to scheme
- literaryplan; strategy; counsel
writtenother
How it's used
The character 謨 is almost exclusively found in formal, written, or literary contexts, particularly in compound words like 籌謀 or 謀略. It is rarely used as a standalone verb in spoken Cantonese, where people would prefer using 諗, 計劃, or 搞. Using it in casual conversation will sound overly dramatic or archaic.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 謀, which is much more common in everyday language. While 謨 carries a sense of strategic planning, it is largely restricted to formal vocabulary and should not be used as a direct substitute for simple planning verbs.
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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.
