hou2 gei3 sing3 bat1 jyu4 laan6 bat1 tau4好記性不如爛筆頭好记性不如烂笔头
Jyutpinghou2 gei3 sing3 bat1 jyu4 laan6 bat1 tau4
Yalehóu gei sing bāt yyùh lanh bāt tàuh
Definition
the palest ink is better than the best memory (idiom)
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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