ceon1 gong1 seoi2 nyun5 aap3 sin1 zi1春江水暖鴨先知春江水暖鸭先知
Jyutpingceon1 gong1 seoi2 nyun5 aap3 sin1 zi1
Yalechēun gōng séui nyúnh ap sīn jī
Definition
lit. the duck is the first to know if the spring water is warm (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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