jin4 ze2 mou4 ji3 ，ting1 ze2 jau5 sam1言者無意，聽者有心言者无意，听者有心
Jyutpingjin4 ze2 mou4 ji3 ，ting1 ze2 jau5 sam1
Yaleyình jé mòuh yi ，tīng jé yáuh sām
Definition
to take a casual remark to heart (idiom)
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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