sai2 tung4 ngan4 gaap3 daai6 seng1使銅銀夾大聲使铜银夹大声
Jyutpingsai2 tung4 ngan4 gaap3 daai6 seng1
Yalesái tùngh ngành gap daih sēng
Definition
lit. raise one's voice while using copper (fake) coins, meaning unrepentant; mask one's guilt with a belligerent attitude; be in the wrong but still be aggressive against others
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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