seot1 sing3率性
Jyutpingseot1 sing3
Yalesēut sing
Definition
Wilfulness, or acting in accordance with one's natural instincts.
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How it's used
Describes a personality trait that is authentic and uninhibited, often implying a lack of concern for social conventions or consequences. While it can be used positively to mean genuine or spontaneous, it frequently carries a slightly critical tone when someone acts without considering others.
Examples
He is a very wilful person, he does whatever he wants.
Don't be so impulsive, think it through before you act.
Related words
Common phrases
to act according to one's own impulses
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the Mandarin usage which can sometimes carry a more positive connotation of being free-spirited or artistic. In Cantonese, it is more often used to describe someone who is acting recklessly or ignoring advice.
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Grammar guides
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