ji3 cyun4 bat1 sin1 ，waa2 zeon6 ji3 zoi6意存筆先，畫盡意在意存笔先，画尽意在
Jyutpingji3 cyun4 bat1 sin1 ，waa2 zeon6 ji3 zoi6
Yaleyi chyùnh bāt sīn ，wá jeunh yi joih
Definition
the idea is present before the first stroke of the brush, when the last stroke is placed the idea shines through
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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