ng4 sang1 jaa5 jau5 ngaai4 ，ji4 zi1 jaa5 mou4 ngaai4吾生也有涯，而知也無涯吾生也有涯，而知也无涯
Jyutpingng4 sang1 jaa5 jau5 ngaai4 ，ji4 zi1 jaa5 mou4 ngaai4
Yaleng sāng yáh yáuh ngàih ，jìh jī yáh mòuh ngàih
Definition
Life is short, learning is limitless
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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