zi2 heoi2 zau1 gun1 fong3 fo2 ，bat1 heoi2 baak3 sing3 dim2 dang1只許州官放火，不許百姓點燈只许州官放火，不许百姓点灯
Jyutpingzi2 heoi2 zau1 gun1 fong3 fo2 ，bat1 heoi2 baak3 sing3 dim2 dang1
Yalejí héui jāu gūn fong fó ，bāt héui baak sing dím dāng
Definition
Those in power can do whatever they want, while ordinary people are forbidden from doing the same.
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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.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
