jap6 uk1 giu3 jan4, jap6 miu6 baai3 san4入屋叫人，入廟拜神入屋叫人，入庙拜神
Jyutpingjap6 uk1 giu3 jan4, jap6 miu6 baai3 san4
Yaleyaph ūk giu yan4, yaph miuh bai sành
Definition
one should greet the host when entering their host, as one would pray when entering a temple; when in Rome, do as the Romans do [written and colloquial]
Tone guide
T1High level
T2High rising
T3Mid level
T4Low falling
T5Low rising
T6Low level
Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- 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.
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