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sat1 jyu5 zing3失語症失语症

Jyutpingsat1 jyu5 zing3
Yalesāt yyúh jing

Definition

Aphasia or aphemia (loss of language)

Tone guide

T1High level
T2High rising
T3Mid level
T4Low falling
T5Low rising
T6Low level
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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.
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  • 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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