gwaan1 gwaan1 naan4 gwo3, gwaan1 gwaan1 gwo3關關難過，關關過关关难过，关关过
Jyutpinggwaan1 gwaan1 naan4 gwo3, gwaan1 gwaan1 gwo3
Yalegwān gwān nành gwo3, gwān gwān gwo
Definition
to meet with great difficulties but pull through
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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