oi3 mou6愛慕爱慕
Jyutpingoi3 mou6
Yaleoi mouh
Definition
Adoration, love, or deep admiration for someone.
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How it's used
This term carries a more formal or literary weight compared to everyday expressions like 鍾意 or 鍾意到死. It is typically used to describe a deep, often one-sided, romantic or respectful attraction rather than a casual crush. You will frequently encounter it in written contexts or when discussing someone's inner feelings in a slightly more serious tone.
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Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use this as a direct synonym for 鍾意, but it is far too formal for casual conversation between friends. Using it to describe a simple liking for an object or a casual acquaintance sounds unnatural and overly dramatic.
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Grammar guides
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