cung4 joeng4 zit3重陽節重阳节
Jyutpingcung4 joeng4 zit3
Yalechùngh yèungh jit
Definition
(noun) The Chung Yeung Festival, which similar to The Ching Ming Festival, congregating at cemeteries to worship ancestors for whole families. It is also popular to go hiking to bring good luck.
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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