wan6 zaap6混雜混杂
Jyutpingwan6 zaap6
Yalewahn jaahp
Definition
Mixed, intermingled, or jumbled together.
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How it's used
Primarily used to describe a chaotic or messy state where different elements are jumbled together without order. It often carries a slightly negative connotation, implying that the lack of separation makes things confusing or potentially unsafe. When referring to people or social environments, it suggests a lack of homogeneity that might be unpredictable.
Examples
Things here are all mixed up, I can't find anything no matter how hard I look.
That area is a mix of all sorts of shady characters, you really shouldn't go there alone at night.
Related words
Common phrases
a mix of good and bad people
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe simple mixtures like ingredients in a recipe, where 撈埋 or 混合 is much more natural and neutral. Using 混雜 for cooking sounds overly formal or even like the food is in a state of disorder.
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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.
