无
wúadjectiveadverbprefix★Beginner
general
Not having or lacking something; nonexistent.
这件事没有意义。
This matter has no meaning.
他无法完成任务。
He cannot complete the task.
💡
Often used as a prefix to negate verbs or adjectives (e.g., 无法, 无效).
Collocations
无法cannot无效invalid无所谓doesn't matter
Synonyms
Antonyms
Related Phrases
无所谓phrase
it doesn't matter
无所事事phrase
doing nothing
💡Pro Tip
Negation Prefix
'无' often precedes verbs or adjectives to negate them (e.g., 无法 = cannot, 无效 = invalid).
⚡Gold Rule
Common Usage
'无' is a versatile word that can mean 'none,' 'not having,' or 'nonexistent' depending on context.
📖Word Origin
Derived from Classical Chinese, meaning 'not having' or 'nonexistent.'
📝Usage Notes
Commonly used as a standalone word or as a prefix to negate other words.
Word Breakdown
无
not having
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