caang3 sei2 daam2 daai6 dik1, ngo6 sei2 daam2 siu2 dik1撐死膽大的，餓死膽小的撑死胆大的，饿死胆小的
Jyutpingcaang3 sei2 daam2 daai6 dik1, ngo6 sei2 daam2 siu2 dik1
Yalechang séi dám daih dik1, ngoh séi dám síu dīk
Definition
fullness for the bold, famine for the timid (idiom)
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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