so1 fat1疏忽
Jyutpingso1 fat1
Yalesō fāt
Definition
To neglect, ignore, or overlook something due to being too busy or distracted.
neutralworkdaily actions
How it's used
Focuses on a lack of attention or care due to being preoccupied or careless, rather than an intentional act of ignoring someone. It often appears in formal contexts like professional settings or legal discussions regarding duty. When used in casual speech, it implies a mistake was made because someone was not careful enough.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 忽視, which specifically means to overlook or disregard someone or something on purpose. Use 疏忽 when you mean you were careless or failed to notice something by accident.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
