hau2 song2 ho4 baau1 laap6口爽荷包垃
Jyutpinghau2 song2 ho4 baau1 laap6
Yaleháu sóng hòh bāu laph
Definition
describes someone who makes easy promises appearing to be generous but in reality is very stingy and reluctant to give what has been promised (usually refers to promises related to money)
Tone guide
T1High level
T2High rising
T3Mid level
T4Low falling
T5Low rising
T6Low level
Grammar guides
- 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.
- In 30 secondsThe whole language at a glance. No tenses, no plurals, six tones, sentence particles. Read this before you dive into any specific topic.
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