jyu4 sang1 fo2 ，juk6 sang1 taam4 ，cing1 coi3 dau6 fu6 bou2 ping4 on1魚生火，肉生痰，青菜豆腐保平安鱼生火，肉生痰，青菜豆腐保平安
Jyutpingjyu4 sang1 fo2 ，juk6 sang1 taam4 ，cing1 coi3 dau6 fu6 bou2 ping4 on1
Yaleyyùh sāng fó ，jukh sāng tàmh ，cīng choi dauh fuh bóu pìngh ōn
Definition
fish brings heat, meat brings phlegm, vegetables and tofu keep you healthy
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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