hau6 long6 teoi1 cin4 long6後浪推前浪后浪推前浪
Jyutpinghau6 long6 teoi1 cin4 long6
Yalehauh longh tēui chình longh
Definition
existing generation will be replaced by the new generation
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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