mung2 zai2懵仔
Jyutpingmung2 zai2
Yalemúng jái
Definition
Stupid boy or young man.
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How it's used
Carries a tone that is often more affectionate or teasing than genuinely insulting. It is frequently used by older people to describe a young person who is naive, clumsy, or slow to react. While it implies a lack of common sense, it rarely carries the harsh weight of more severe insults.
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Avoid using this to describe someone you do not know well or in a professional setting, as it can sound condescending or overly familiar. It is strictly reserved for casual, informal interactions among friends or family.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- 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.
