gaa2 waa2假話假话
Jyutpinggaa2 waa2
Yalegá wá
Definition
Lie; a false statement or untruthful remark.
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How it's used
Using 假話 often carries a slightly more formal or moral weight than the everyday term 大話. While 講大話 is the standard way to say 'to lie' in casual conversation, 假話 is frequently encountered in contexts involving accusations of deception or moral judgment.
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Common mistake
Learners often mix up 假話 with 講大話. Remember that 講大話 is a verb phrase, whereas 假話 is a noun that needs a verb like 講 or 說 to function in a sentence.
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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.
