zaa1 zyu6 gai1 mou4 dong1 ling6 zin3揸住雞毛當令箭揸住鸡毛当令箭
Jyutpingzaa1 zyu6 gai1 mou4 dong1 ling6 zin3
Yalejā jyuh gāi mòuh dōng lingh jin
Definition
to overrate oneself; to overestimate one's power or ability; pretend to have authority over something which one don't have (slang)
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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