muk6 zung1 mou4 jan4目中無人目中无人
Jyutpingmuk6 zung1 mou4 jan4
Yalemuhk jūng mòuh yàhn
Definition
Arrogant, supercilious, and completely disrespectful of others.
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How it's used
This idiom carries a strong sense of moral disapproval and is used to describe someone who acts as if they are the only person who matters. It is typically reserved for situations where someone displays blatant disregard for the feelings or authority of others. Unlike simple arrogance, it implies a complete lack of social awareness or humility.
Examples
He speaks in such an arrogant way that it is hard to get along with him.
Related words
Common phrases
an arrogant attitude
arrogant behavior
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a literal description of someone being alone or in an empty place. It is strictly a character judgment, not a physical observation.
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Grammar guides
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
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