ci2 jat6 kei4 cin4 zeoi3 gaai1此日期前最佳
Jyutpingci2 jat6 kei4 cin4 zeoi3 gaai1
Yalechí yaht kèih chìhn jeui gāai
Definition
Best-before date; the recommended date until which a product retains its optimal quality.
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How it's used
This is a formal term primarily found on product packaging rather than in casual conversation. While it is the standard translation for the English label, people often use the more colloquial term 最佳食用日期 or simply refer to it as 過期 when discussing whether a product is still safe to consume.
Examples
Has this carton of milk passed its best before date yet?
Related words
Common phrases
to indicate the best before date
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for an expiration date, but it strictly refers to quality rather than safety. Consuming food after this date is generally considered safe, whereas products marked with expiry date should be discarded.
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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.
