coeng4 gong1 hau6 long6 teoi1 cin4 long6長江後浪推前浪长江后浪推前浪
Jyutpingcoeng4 gong1 hau6 long6 teoi1 cin4 long6
Yalechèungh gōng hauh longh tēui chình longh
Definition
lit. the rear waves of the Yangtze River drive on those before (idiom); each new generation excels the previous
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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