hou2 sam1 dou2 zou6 liu5 leoi4 gon1 fai3好心倒做了驢肝肺好心倒做了驴肝肺
Jyutpinghou2 sam1 dou2 zou6 liu5 leoi4 gon1 fai3
Yalehóu sām dóu jouh líuh lèuih gōn fai
Definition
(idiom) to mistake good intentions for ill will
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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