naai5 nim6乃念

Jyutpingnaai5 nim6

Yalenáaih nihm

動詞

Definition

To think of, consider, or take into account.

writtenemotionpeople

How it's used

This word carries a formal or slightly literary tone that feels out of place in casual, everyday speech. It is often used to express a sense of lingering sentiment or a moral obligation to consider someone's past actions or feelings. You will mostly encounter it in written contexts, dramatic dialogue, or when someone is trying to sound particularly earnest or pleading.

Common phrases

naai5乃nim6念gau6舊cing4情

to consider old ties or past affection

naai5乃nim6念fu2苦lou4勞

to consider the hard work someone has put in

Common mistake

Learners often mistake this for a common verb like 諗 or 諗起, but using it in a casual conversation about mundane topics will sound unnatural or overly dramatic. It is not a synonym for simple thinking or planning.