syu1 zung1 zi6 jau5 wong4 gam1 uk1 ，syu1 zung1 zi6 jau5 ngaan4 jyu4 juk6書中自有黃金屋，書中自有顏如玉书中自有黄金屋，书中自有颜如玉
Jyutpingsyu1 zung1 zi6 jau5 wong4 gam1 uk1 ，syu1 zung1 zi6 jau5 ngaan4 jyu4 juk6
Yalesyū jūng jih yáuh wòngh gām ūk ，syū jūng jih yáuh ngành yyùh yukh
Definition
lit. in books are sumptuous houses and graceful ladies (proverb)
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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