diu6 fu2 lei4 saan1調虎離山调虎离山
Jyutpingdiu6 fu2 lei4 saan1
Yalediuh fú lèih sāan
Definition
To lure the tiger away from its mountain; to entice an opponent away from their stronghold or base of power.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- 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.
