nou5 caan4腦殘脑残
Jyutpingnou5 caan4
Yalenóuh chàahn
Definition
Stupid, brain-dead, or foolish.
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How it's used
Carries a strong, derogatory tone often used to mock someone's lack of intelligence or a poorly constructed idea. It is frequently applied to internet culture, such as describing obsessive fans as 腦殘粉 or nonsensical content as 腦殘劇. Avoid using this in professional or formal settings as it is highly offensive.
Examples
He acts so stupidly, it is really infuriating.
Do you think the plot of this movie is really braindead?
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 傻, which can sometimes be used affectionately or playfully among friends. 腦殘 is almost exclusively used as an insult and lacks any sense of endearment.
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Grammar guides
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