noi6 hoeng3內向内向
Jyutpingnoi6 hoeng3
Yalenoih heung
Definition
Introverted; reserved, quiet, and preferring solitude or close friends over social gathering.
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How it's used
Describes a personality trait rather than a temporary mood or social anxiety. While it is a standard term, it is often used in casual conversation to explain why someone might prefer staying home over going to parties. It carries a neutral connotation, unlike some slang terms that might imply someone is socially awkward or antisocial.
Examples
He is usually very introverted and rarely takes the initiative to talk to people.
Since your personality is so introverted, why did you choose to work in sales?
Related words
Common phrases
introverted personality
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 怕醜, which specifically refers to being shy or embarrassed in social situations. A person can be 內向 but still be very confident and articulate, whereas 怕醜 implies a lack of confidence or nervousness.
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Grammar guides
- Directional complementsThe small words added after a verb to show direction of movement, like up, down, out, in, and back. Common in everyday Cantonese.
- DemonstrativesThis and that with 呢 and 嗰, the personal pronouns, and how 哋 turns I, you, and he into we, you all, and they.
- Resultative complementsSticking a result word onto a verb to show how it turned out, like eat until full or look and find. A productive everyday pattern.
