nung4 jin6農諺农谚
Jyutpingnung4 jin6
Yalenùhng yihn
Definition
An agricultural proverb or saying related to farming.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to traditional wisdom passed down by farmers regarding seasonal changes, weather patterns, and crop cycles. It is a formal term rarely used in casual city life unless discussing history, geography, or traditional culture.
Measure word
geoi3句geuiExamples
Do you know any agricultural proverbs about the weather?
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traditional agricultural proverb
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- 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.
