mou5 ngai6武藝武艺
Jyutpingmou5 ngai6
Yalemóuh ngaih
Definition
Martial arts; skills and techniques in fighting.
neutralpeopledaily actions
How it's used
Refers specifically to the technical skills or performance aspects of martial arts rather than the philosophy or the sport itself. It often carries a slightly classical or formal nuance, making it sound more sophisticated than simply saying 功夫.
Examples
He started learning martial arts when he was very young.
Related words
Common phrases
all kinds of martial arts skills
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe a modern combat sport or a casual hobby, as it implies a level of traditional mastery or a specific set of performance skills.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
