wu4 wu4 wan6 wan6胡胡混混
Jyutpingwu4 wu4 wan6 wan6
Yalewùh wùh wahn wahn
Definition
Ordinary, plain, or average; to waste time or get by aimlessly.
- ordinary; plain; average
- to waste time; to get by aimlessly; to muddle through
colloquialpeopledaily actions
How it's used
Describes a state of aimlessness or lack of seriousness, often implying that someone is just getting by without putting in real effort. It carries a slightly critical tone, suggesting that the person is wasting their potential or time. It is frequently used to describe someone who lacks a clear direction in their career or studies.
Examples
He is always messing around and has no heart for his work.
Stop wasting your time and drifting through life.
Related words
Common phrases
to drift through life aimlessly
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 混混, which refers to a hooligan or a street thug. While they share the same character, the reduplicated form describes an attitude or a way of living rather than a person's social status.
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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.
