mung4 wan6矇混蒙混
Jyutpingmung4 wan6
Yalemùhng wahn
Definition
To deceive or mislead in order to sneak through or muddle through; to pass off a fake as genuine.
colloquialdaily actions
How it's used
Focuses on the act of deceiving others to escape scrutiny or avoid responsibility, often implying a lack of genuine effort or honesty. It is frequently used in contexts involving inspections, tests, or fulfilling obligations where someone tries to pass off substandard work as acceptable. The term carries a sense of sneakiness and implies that the person is hoping their deception goes unnoticed.
Examples
He wants to use this fake ID to muddle through.
Do you think you can just get by with doing a sloppy job?
Related words
Common phrases
to get by through deception
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 混吉, which means to waste time or show up without purpose, whereas 矇混 specifically implies an attempt to deceive or bypass a standard.
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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.
