gwan1 zi2 taan2 dong6 dong6 ，siu2 jan4 coeng4 cik1 cik1君子坦蕩蕩，小人長戚戚君子坦荡荡，小人长戚戚
Jyutpinggwan1 zi2 taan2 dong6 dong6 ，siu2 jan4 coeng4 cik1 cik1
Yalegwān jí tán dongh dongh ，síu yành chèungh chīk chīk
Definition
good people are at peace with themselves, (but) there is no rest for the wicked
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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