siu1 gik6消極消极
Jyutpingsiu1 gik6
Yalesīu gihk
Definition
Passive, inactive, or pessimistic.
- passive; inactive
- negative-minded; pessimistic; thinking of the worst
neutraldescriptionsemotion
How it's used
Describes a state of mind where someone lacks initiative or expects the worst outcome. It is frequently used to describe a person's attitude toward work or life challenges. Unlike the English word negative, it carries a strong nuance of being unmotivated or unwilling to take action.
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe physical inactivity, as it specifically refers to a mental or behavioral attitude. For simply being lazy or physically slow, use 懶惰 or 慢吞吞 instead.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
