sik6 siu2 daam6 do1 gaau3 fan3食少啖多覺瞓食少啖多觉瞓
Jyutpingsik6 siu2 daam6 do1 gaau3 fan3
Yalesikh síu damh dō gau fan
Definition
some risks are not worth taking (especially dangerous ; illegit activities), it's better to be able to sleep well at night without feeling guilty
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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