"Mai hiam" is a Hokkien phrase that means "not choosy" or "do not be choosy". It is often used together with "buay pai" ("mai hiam buay pai") to mean "if you are not choosy it is not bad". Examples of use:
- Person A: "My boyfriend is so handsome, but his jokes are not funny at all!"
- Person B: "Mai hiam la!"
Alternatively:
- Person A: "Do you think this dress is worth $80?"
- Person B: "Mai hiam buay pai!"
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