ming4 zit3 bou2 san1明哲保身
Jyutpingming4 zit3 bou2 san1
Yalemìhng jit bóu sān
Definition
To look after one's own safety, often by avoiding taking sides or getting involved in conflicts.
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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.
