duk6 waai6 si1 syu1 baau1 waai6 goek3讀壞詩書包壞腳读坏诗书包坏脚
Jyutpingduk6 waai6 si1 syu1 baau1 waai6 goek3
Yaledukh waih sī syū bāu waih geuk
Definition
to describe someone who is stubbornly sticking to outworn rules and idea; a phrase to describe the indecent educated people
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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