haa6 loi4下來下来
Jyutpinghaa6 loi4
Yalehah lòih
Definition
Used after a verb to indicate a change over time or the result of a continuous action or state.
- placed after a verb to indicate a gradual change in state over time
- placed after a time duration to indicate the result of a continuous action
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How it's used
Indicates a change in state that happens gradually or results from a process. It functions similarly to 起上嚟 but often carries a sense of settling into a new state, such as calming down or cooling off. It is frequently used with verbs describing sensory or emotional transitions.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the literal directional meaning of moving downwards. In this grammatical context, it is a suffix indicating a change of state, not a physical descent.
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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.
