maan6 si6 keoi1 bei6 ，zi2 him3 dung1 fung1萬事俱備，只欠東風万事俱备，只欠东风
Jyutpingmaan6 si6 keoi1 bei6 ，zi2 him3 dung1 fung1
Yalemanh sih kēui beih ，zí him dūng fūng
Definition
lit. everything is ready, all we need is an east wind (idiom)
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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