mou5 daam2 fei2 leoi6冇膽匪類冇胆匪类
Jyutpingmou5 daam2 fei2 leoi6
Yalemóuh dám féi leuih
Definition
Someone who wants to do something that defies the norm of the society but he
colloquialpeopleemotion
How it's used
This expression is a colorful, slightly old-fashioned way to mock someone for lacking courage. It carries a sense of theatrical disdain, often used when someone is being particularly spineless or avoiding a challenge that others find trivial. It is more biting and descriptive than simply calling someone 膽小鬼.
Examples
nei5 lin4 ni1 di1 siu2 si6 dou1 geng1 zan1 hai6 mou5 daam2 fei2 leoi2
你連呢啲小事都驚，真係冇膽匪類。
You are afraid of even such a small thing, what a coward.
keoi5 dei6 baan1 jan4 seng4 jat6 hei1 sin6 paa3 ok3 zing3 jat1 mou5 daam2 fei2 leoi2 lai2 gaa2
佢哋班人成日欺善怕惡，正一冇膽匪類嚟㗎。
They always bully the weak and fear the strong, they are just a bunch of cowards.
Related words
Common phrases
zing3 jat1 mou5 daam2 fei2 leoi2
正一冇膽匪類
a total coward
Common mistake
Do not use this in a serious or professional setting, as it is inherently insulting and dismissive. It is strictly for mocking peers or people you are comfortable being rude to.
Tone guide
T1High level
T2High rising
T3Mid level
T4Low falling
T5Low rising
T6Low level
Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
