sik1 di1 m4 sik1 di1識啲唔識啲识啲唔识啲
Jyutpingsik1 di1 m4 sik1 di1
Yalesīk dī m̀h sīk dī
Definition
To have a superficial or incomplete understanding of something; to not know something thoroughly.
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How it's used
This expression is used to describe someone who has a superficial or incomplete understanding of a subject. It carries a slightly critical tone, implying that the person might be overconfident despite their lack of expertise. It is often used to warn someone against acting like an expert when they are actually just a beginner.
Examples
You only know a little bit, so please don't talk nonsense.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 唔識, which means to not know something at all. 識啲唔識啲 specifically highlights a partial or fragmented knowledge base rather than total ignorance.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
