jan4 jau5 saam1 seoi1 luk6 wong6人有三衰六旺
Jyutpingjan4 jau5 saam1 seoi1 luk6 wong6
Yaleyành yáuh sām sēui lukh wongh
Definition
one has three bad and six good fortunes, which means a person's life has ups and downs
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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