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How to say “Yes, but it costs two dollars extra” in Cantonese

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Yes, but it costs two dollars extra (得,要加兩蚊) — Cantonese pronunciationHear the saved generated-voice recording, then use the pause and replay to practise at your own pace.

The Cantonese phrase

得,要加兩蚊dak1 jiu3 gaa1 loeng5 man1

Yes, but it costs two dollars extra

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Look closer at this phrase

得 accepts the substitution, but 要加兩蚊 adds a two-dollar charge. The fee is part of the server’s answer.

The number after each Jyutping syllable marks its Cantonese tone. Listen to the whole saved recording and repeat at your own pace.

When to use it

Server · Explaining a substitution charge. Trains the learner to catch an added fee

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