naa4 sau2 m4 sing4 sai3嗱手唔成勢嗱手唔成势
Jyutpingnaa4 sau2 m4 sing4 sai3
Yalenàh sáu m sìngh sai
Definition
to be in a dilemma; to be unable to cope with a problem; to be all over the place; to be unprepared to deal with a situation [colloquial]
Tone guide
T1High level
T2High rising
T3Mid level
T4Low falling
T5Low rising
T6Low level
Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- 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.
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