mut6 jau5 kwai1 geoi2 ，ho4 ji5 sing4 fong1 jyun4沒有規矩，何以成方圓没有规矩，何以成方圆
Jyutpingmut6 jau5 kwai1 geoi2 ，ho4 ji5 sing4 fong1 jyun4
Yalemuth yáuh kwāi géui ，hòh yíh sìngh fōng yyùnh
Definition
without rules, how can anything be done (idiom); one must follow some rules
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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