Luisa Tam's helpful Cantonese phrases

Tips to help you avoid embarrassing tonal traps while speaking Cantonese

Mastering tones in Cantonese could save you from embarrassing yourself in front of others. Let Luisa Tam show you the subtle difference between introducing someone as your “best friend” – lo yau – or referring to them as your “behind”, which is pronounced lor yau.

September 22, 2020