ceng1 gwaa1青瓜
Jyutpingceng1 gwaa1
Yalechēng gwā
Definition
Cucumber
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How it's used
青瓜 is the standard term for cucumber in Hong Kong, but you will often hear it referred to as 黃瓜 in northern Chinese contexts. While they are botanically similar, the variety sold in local wet markets is typically the long, dark green, bumpy-skinned type. It is a staple ingredient in both raw salads and stir-fried dishes.
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tiu4條tìuhExamples
This cucumber is very fresh, let's buy it to make salad.
Do you like eating cucumbers?
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Common mistake
Be careful not to confuse 青瓜 with 翠玉瓜, which is zucchini. While they look somewhat similar, they have different textures and are used in different types of cooking.
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