fong1謊谎
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Yalefōng
Definition
A lie; falsehood or words that are not true.
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How it's used
While 謊 is a formal morpheme used in compound words like 謊言, it is almost never used as a standalone verb in spoken Cantonese. Instead, the compound 大話 is the standard way to refer to a lie or the act of lying. Using 謊 by itself will sound unnatural or overly literary to a native speaker.
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Common mistake
Learners often try to use 謊 as a verb like the English word lie, but you must use the phrase 講大話 instead. Saying 佢謊我 is incorrect; you should say 佢呃我.
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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.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
