noi6 hong4 hon3 mun4 dou6 ，ngoi6 hong4 hon3 jit6 naau6內行看門道，外行看熱鬧内行看门道，外行看热闹
Jyutpingnoi6 hong4 hon3 mun4 dou6 ，ngoi6 hong4 hon3 jit6 naau6
Yalenoih hòngh hon mùnh douh ，ngoih hòngh hon yith nauh
Definition
while the connoisseur recognizes the artistry, the layman simply enjoys the show
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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