hek3 dak1 fu2 zung1 fu2 ，fong1 wai4 jan4 soeng6 jan4吃得苦中苦，方為人上人吃得苦中苦，方为人上人
Jyutpinghek3 dak1 fu2 zung1 fu2 ，fong1 wai4 jan4 soeng6 jan4
Yalehek dāk fú jūng fú ，fōng wàih yành seungh yành
Definition
one cannot achieve glory and wealth without having been through trials and tribulations (proverb)
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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