wai4 lei6 fu6 ming4違利赴名违利赴名
Jyutpingwai4 lei6 fu6 ming4
Yalewàih leih fuh mìngh
Definition
To renounce profit and seek fame (idiom); to abandon greed for reputation
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.
