baan1 bui3 daai6 mei5 ang1斑背大尾鶯斑背大尾莺
Jyutpingbaan1 bui3 daai6 mei5 ang1
Yalebān bui daih méih āng
Definition
(bird species of China) marsh grassbird (Helopsaltes pryeri)
Tone guide
T1High level
T2High rising
T3Mid level
T4Low falling
T5Low rising
T6Low level
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.
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
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