wong4 zung1 wai2 hei3 ngaa5 fu2 leoi4 ming4黃鐘譭棄瓦釜雷鳴黄钟毁弃瓦釜雷鸣
Jyutpingwong4 zung1 wai2 hei3 ngaa5 fu2 leoi4 ming4
Yalewòngh jūng wái hei ngáh fú lèuih mìngh
Definition
lit. earthern pots make more noise than classical bells
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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