lam4 hot3 cyun1 zeng2臨渴穿井临渴穿井
Jyutpinglam4 hot3 cyun1 zeng2
Yalelàmh hot chyūn jéng
Definition
Lit. face thirst and dig a well (idiom); fig. not to make adequate provision
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.
