dong1 guk6 ze2 mai4 ，pong4 gun1 ze2 cing1當局者迷，旁觀者清当局者迷，旁观者清
Jyutpingdong1 guk6 ze2 mai4 ，pong4 gun1 ze2 cing1
Yaledōng gukh jé màih ，pòngh gūn jé chīng
Definition
(idiom) an outsider can see things more clearly or objectively than those involved
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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