wai4 m4 gwo3為唔過为唔过
Jyutpingwai4 m4 gwo3
Yalewàih m̀h gwo
Definition
Not worthwhile; uneconomical; not paying off.
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How it's used
Focuses on the cost benefit analysis of a situation, whether that cost is money, time, or emotional energy. It acts as a verdict on whether an action will yield a return that justifies the effort put in. It is frequently used to advise someone against pursuing a path that will likely lead to regret or wasted resources.
Examples
The salary for this job is so low, it really isn't worth it.
Related words
Common phrases
really not worth it
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 唔抵, which is more commonly used for physical items or prices that are too expensive for their quality. 為唔過 is broader and often applies to abstract situations, life choices, or long term investments of effort.
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Grammar guides
- Directional complementsThe small words added after a verb to show direction of movement, like up, down, out, in, and back. Common in everyday Cantonese.
- DemonstrativesThis and that with 呢 and 嗰, the personal pronouns, and how 哋 turns I, you, and he into we, you all, and they.
- Resultative complementsSticking a result word onto a verb to show how it turned out, like eat until full or look and find. A productive everyday pattern.
