jan4 wong5 gou1 cyu3 zau2 ，seoi2 wong5 dai1 cyu3 lau4人往高處走，水往低處流人往高处走，水往低处流
Jyutpingjan4 wong5 gou1 cyu3 zau2 ，seoi2 wong5 dai1 cyu3 lau4
Yaleyành wóngh gōu chyu jáu ，séui wóngh dāi chyu làuh
Definition
man seeks his way up just as water seeks its way down (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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