mou4 ngoi6無礙无碍

Jyutpingmou4 ngoi6

Yalemòuh ngoih

動詞Rare

Definition

To present no obstacle or hindrance; to have no negative effect on.

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How it's used

Used primarily in formal or semi-formal contexts to describe something that does not pose a significant obstacle or negative impact. It functions as a concise way to state that a situation remains stable despite a minor disruption. Unlike casual expressions, it carries a slightly more objective and analytical tone.

Examples

ni1呢go3個siu2小man6問tai4題jyun4完cyun4全mou4無ngoi6礙daai6大guk6局。

This minor issue does not hinder the overall situation at all.

nei5你ci4遲dou3到siu2少siu2少dou1都mou4無ngoi6礙go3個lau4流cing4程aa4呀。

Being a little late won't affect the flow of the process.

Common phrases

mou4無ngoi6礙daai6大guk6局

does not affect the overall situation

mou4無ngoi6礙gun1觀zim1瞻

does not look unsightly

Common mistake

Learners often confuse this with 無所謂, which means it does not matter or I do not mind. Use 無礙 when referring to the functional impact on a process or outcome, rather than personal preference or indifference.