bat1 paa3 maan6, zau6 paa3 zaam6不怕慢，就怕站
Jyutpingbat1 paa3 maan6, zau6 paa3 zaam6
Yalebāt pa man6, jauh pa jamh
Definition
it's better to make slow progress than no progress at all (proverb)
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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