mou4 zung1 sang1 jau5無中生有无中生有
Jyutpingmou4 zung1 sang1 jau5
Yalemòuh jūng sāng yáuh
Definition
To fabricate, make up out of thin air, or create rumors.
colloquialcommunicationpeople
How it's used
Often used to call out someone for spreading malicious gossip or baseless accusations. It carries a strong sense of disapproval, highlighting that the person is intentionally deceiving others by inventing facts out of thin air.
Examples
There is no such thing at all, don't listen to him making things up.
He is always fabricating stories, making the office a mess.
Related words
Common phrases
purely a fabrication
Common mistake
While it sounds formal, it is frequently used in everyday arguments to shut down someone who is lying. Do not confuse it with 吹水, which is usually harmless bragging or casual chatting rather than malicious fabrication.
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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.
