dou6 gou1 jat1 cek3 ，mo1 gou1 jat1 zoeng6道高一尺，魔高一丈
Jyutpingdou6 gou1 jat1 cek3 ，mo1 gou1 jat1 zoeng6
Yaledouh gōu yāt chek ，mō gōu yāt jeungh
Definition
(saying) as one climbs higher on the path of righteousness, one faces ever greater challenges from evil; no sooner does one overcome one obstacle than another arises
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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