hok6 jyu4 jik6 seoi2 hang4 zau1 ，bat1 zeon3 zak1 teoi3學如逆水行舟，不進則退学如逆水行舟，不进则退
Jyutpinghok6 jyu4 jik6 seoi2 hang4 zau1 ，bat1 zeon3 zak1 teoi3
Yalehokh yyùh yikh séui hàngh jāu ，bāt jeun jāk teui
Definition
study is like rowing upstream – if you don't keep pushing forward, you fall behind
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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