jat1 mat6 zi6 jat1 mat6 ，no6 mai5 zi6 muk6 sat1一物治一物，糯米治木蝨一物治一物，糯米治木虱
Jyutpingjat1 mat6 zi6 jat1 mat6 ，no6 mai5 zi6 muk6 sat1
Yaleyāt math jih yāt math ，noh máih jih mukh sāt
Definition
one thing cures one thing, glutinous rice exterminates wood louse, which refers to the theory of natural enemies
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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