soeng1 on1 mou4 si6相安無事相安无事
Jyutpingsoeng1 on1 mou4 si6
Yalesēung ōn mòuh sih
Definition
To live or get along peacefully with each other, without conflict or trouble.
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How it's used
Describes a state of harmony achieved through mutual non-interference rather than deep affection. It often implies a fragile or superficial peace where parties avoid conflict by keeping their distance or minding their own business. Use this when describing a situation where things are quiet because nobody is causing trouble.
Examples
The couple has always been getting along well.
Related words
Common phrases
have always been getting along well
maintain a peaceful state
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe a close or loving relationship, as it specifically highlights the absence of conflict rather than the presence of intimacy.
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Grammar guides
- LocationHow to say where something is using 喺 (hai2), place words like 度, and the common coverbs that work like English prepositions.
- Serial verbsStringing two or more verbs together without any joining word, like go to the shop buy things. Extremely common in Cantonese.
- 將 disposalHow to move the object in front of the verb with 將, to focus on what happens to it. Common in instructions and writing.
