ngaan5 gun1 sei3 min6, ji5 ting3 baat3 fong1眼觀四面，耳聽八方眼观四面，耳听八方
Jyutpingngaan5 gun1 sei3 min6, ji5 ting3 baat3 fong1
Yalengánh gūn sei min6, yíh ting bat fōng
Definition
lit. the eyes observe all sides and the ears listen in all directions (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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