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taam3 ming4探明

Jyutpingtaam3 ming4
Yaletam mìngh

Definition

To ascertain

Tone guide

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