jat1 geoi2 sau2 jat1 tau4 zuk1一舉手一投足一举手一投足
Jyutpingjat1 geoi2 sau2 jat1 tau4 zuk1
Yaleyāt géui sáu yāt tàuh jūk
Definition
every little move
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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