sei2 se4 laan6 sin5死蛇爛鱔死蛇烂鳝
Jyutpingsei2 se4 laan6 sin5
Yaleséi sèh lanh sính
Definition
describes a very lazy person who is beyond hope; to describe someone who is reluctant to change their ways despite knowing that they are in the wrong; someone who is not putting in any effort to pull up their socks
Tone guide
T1High level
T2High rising
T3Mid level
T4Low falling
T5Low rising
T6Low level
Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- 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.
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