bat1 paa3 bat1 sik1 fo3, zi2 paa3 fo3 bei2 fo3不怕不識貨，只怕貨比貨不怕不识货，只怕货比货
Jyutpingbat1 paa3 bat1 sik1 fo3, zi2 paa3 fo3 bei2 fo3
Yalebāt pa bāt sīk fo3, jí pa fo béi fo
Definition
lit. don't worry about not knowing goods, but about comparing them (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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