sing2 muk6 zai2醒目仔
Jyutpingsing2 muk6 zai2
Yalesíng muhk jái
Definition
An ironic term for a dim-witted or clumsy person who fails at basic tasks.
colloquialpeopleslang
How it's used
Used primarily as a sarcastic label for someone who acts foolishly or makes a clumsy mistake. While the literal meaning is clever boy, it is almost exclusively employed ironically to mock incompetence. It carries a condescending tone and is best avoided in professional or formal settings.
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You can't even handle this, you're such a dimwit.
Which genius put the documents on the floor?
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Common phrases
what a real dimwit
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the literal meaning of 醒目, which describes someone who is genuinely sharp, alert, or quick-witted. Using 醒目仔 to describe a smart person will likely cause confusion unless the context is clearly sarcastic.
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Grammar guides
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