mou5 daam2冇膽冇胆
Jyutpingmou5 daam2
Yalemóuh dáam
Definition
Timid, cowardly, or lacking the courage to overcome fear.
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How it's used
Focuses specifically on a lack of nerve or courage in the face of a challenge or fear. It is frequently used in a teasing or mocking tone among friends to call someone out for being overly cautious or easily frightened. Unlike formal terms for cowardice, this carries a distinctly informal, judgmental edge.
Examples
You're so timid, how could you dare to ride the roller coaster?
He is really such a coward, he even gets scared seeing a cockroach.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe someone who is simply shy or introverted, as it specifically implies a lack of bravery rather than a lack of social confidence.
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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.
