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How to say “it is raining” in Cantonese
Hear the phrase, follow its Jyutping pronunciation, and see when it belongs in a real conversation.
The Cantonese phrase
落雨喇lok6 jyu5 laa3
it is raining
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How to pronounce it
Read the Jyutping as lok6 jyu5 laa3. Its number after each syllable marks a Cantonese tone. Play the saved recording to hear the whole phrase, then say it back at your own pace.
When to use it
The final laa3 marks that the situation has started or changed.
Try it when: Pointing out that rain has started.
Rough literal gloss: fall rain now.