noi6 m4 noi2耐唔耐

Jyutpingnoi6 m4 noi2

Yalenoih m̀h nói

副詞

Definition

Every now and then; once in a while; occasionally and irregularly.

colloquialtimedaily actions

How it's used

This expression describes an action that repeats at irregular intervals rather than on a fixed schedule. It carries a slightly casual tone and is often used to describe habits or recurring events that are not strictly planned. It is distinct from 經常 because it implies a longer, unpredictable gap between occurrences.

Examples

keoi5佢noi6耐m4唔noi2耐zau6就wui2會faan1返lai4嚟taam3探ngo5我dei6哋。

He comes back to visit us every now and then.

nei5你noi6耐m4唔noi2耐zau6就beng6病jat1一ci3次，jiu3要siu2小sam1心san1身tai2體wo5喎。

You get sick every so often, you need to take care of your health.

Common phrases

noi6耐m4唔noi2耐zau6就

every now and then (emphasizing the recurrence)

Common mistake

Learners often confuse this with 幾耐, which asks about duration or frequency. Remember that 耐唔耐 is a set phrase for irregular repetition, whereas 幾耐 is used for questions about time length.