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jiu4 meng6饒命饶命

Jyutpingjiu4 meng6
Yaleyìuh mengh

Definition

To spare sb's life

Tone guide

T1High level
T2High rising
T3Mid level
T4Low falling
T5Low rising
T6Low level
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Grammar guides

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  • 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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