gam1 wu1 sai1 zeoi6 ，juk6 tou3 dung1 sing1金烏西墜，玉兔東昇金乌西坠，玉兔东升
Jyutpinggam1 wu1 sai1 zeoi6 ，juk6 tou3 dung1 sing1
Yalegām wū sāi jeuih ，jukh tou dūng sīng
Definition
lit. the golden bird of the sun sets in the west, the jade hare of the moon rises in the east
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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