laai1 geoi3 zin3拉鋸戰拉锯战
Jyutpinglaai1 geoi3 zin3
Yalelāai geui jin
Definition
A seesaw battle or a prolonged, to-and-fro tussle where both sides are locked in a stalemate.
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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.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
