hak1 gau2 dak1 sik6 baak6 gau2 dong1 zoi1黑狗得食白狗當災黑狗得食白狗当灾
Jyutpinghak1 gau2 dak1 sik6 baak6 gau2 dong1 zoi1
Yalehāk gáu dāk sikh bakh gáu dōng jōi
Definition
the real culprit escapes, while the innocent suffer from crimes not committed (slang)
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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