noi6 ngoi6內外内外
Jyutpingnoi6 ngoi6
Yalenoih ngoih
Definition
Inside and outside; both internally and externally.
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How it's used
Often used to describe a comprehensive state or a complete scope of something. It carries a sense of thoroughness, implying that both the hidden or private aspects and the visible or public ones are being considered. It is common to pair this with verbs like 兼修 or adjectives describing cleanliness or order.
Examples
The house is cleaned well both inside and out.
Related words
Common phrases
refined both internally and externally
attacked from both inside and outside
Common mistake
Avoid using this as a direct replacement for the physical location inside or outside. For specific locations, use 裡面 or 出面 instead, as 內外 is more abstract or refers to the collective whole of both sides.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
