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Jyutpingcyun3 gam1 naan4 maai5 cyun3 gwong1 jam1
Yalechyun gām nàahn máaih chyun gwōng yām
Definition
Time is precious and cannot be bought with money.
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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.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
