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Jyutpinghai2 hung2 fu1 zi2 min6 cin4 maai6 man4 zoeng1
Yalehái húng fū jí minh chình maih mành jēung
Definition
to show off in front of an expert, it means people who overestimate themselves
Tone guide
T1High level
T2High rising
T3Mid level
T4Low falling
T5Low rising
T6Low level
Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- 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.
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