hoi6 jan4 zi1 sam1 bat1 ho2 jau5, fong4 jan4 zi1 sam1 bat1 ho2 mou4害人之心不可有，防人之心不可無害人之心不可有，防人之心不可无
Jyutpinghoi6 jan4 zi1 sam1 bat1 ho2 jau5, fong4 jan4 zi1 sam1 bat1 ho2 mou4
Yalehoih yành jī sām bāt hó yau5, fòngh yành jī sām bāt hó mòuh
Definition
refrain from hurting others, yet guard against those trying to hurt you (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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