soeng5 jat1 ci3 dong3, hok6 jat1 ci3 gwaai1上一次當，學一次乖上一次当，学一次乖
Jyutpingsoeng5 jat1 ci3 dong3, hok6 jat1 ci3 gwaai1
Yaleséungh yāt chi dong3, hokh yāt chi gwāi
Definition
to take sth as a lesson for next time (idiom)
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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