joeng5 bing1 cin1 jat6, jung6 zoi6 jat1 si4養兵千日，用在一時养兵千日，用在一时
Jyutpingjoeng5 bing1 cin1 jat6, jung6 zoi6 jat1 si4
Yaleyéungh bīng chīn yat6, yungh joih yāt sìh
Definition
see 養兵千日，用兵一時|养兵千日，用兵一时[yang3 bing1 qian1 ri4 , yong4 bing1 yi1 shi2]
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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