faan1 sau2 wai4 wan4 fuk1 sau2 bin3 jyu5翻手為雲覆手變雨翻手为云覆手变雨
Jyutpingfaan1 sau2 wai4 wan4 fuk1 sau2 bin3 jyu5
Yalefān sáu wàih wành fūk sáu bin yyúh
Definition
lit. turning his hand palm up he gathers the clouds, turning his hand palm down he turns them to rain
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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