jyu6 jin4寓言
Jyutpingjyu6 jin4
Yaleyuh yìhn
Definition
A fable, parable, or short story that conveys a moral lesson or wisdom.
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How it's used
Used primarily in formal or literary contexts when discussing literature or moral lessons. It is rarely used in casual daily conversation unless someone is specifically analyzing a story or teaching a lesson. It carries a slightly academic or refined tone compared to general words for stories like 故仔.
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This fable is very meaningful.
Have you heard that fable about honesty yet?
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- 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.
