mou5 gaai2冇解
Jyutpingmou5 gaai2
Yalemóuh gáai
Definition
Inexplicable, having no explanation, or happening for no apparent reason.
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How it's used
Use this to describe situations that defy logic or lack a clear cause. It functions as a predicate adjective and often carries a sense of frustration or bewilderment. It is much more common in casual speech than formal explanations.
Examples
He suddenly lost his temper, it's really inexplicable.
Why would he do that? There's really no reason for it.
Related words
Common phrases
really inexplicable
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 唔解得, which is not a standard phrase. If you want to say someone does not understand something, use 唔明 or 唔理解 instead.
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