ci5柿
Jyutpingci5
Yalechíh
Definition
Persimmon; a type of fruit.
neutralfood
How it's used
Persimmons are highly seasonal and often associated with autumn in Hong Kong. When buying them, locals frequently distinguish between the crunchy, flat-bottomed variety and the softer, heart-shaped ones that need to ripen fully to lose their astringency.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse the pronunciation of 柿 with 市, as they sound identical in many contexts, but the former is strictly a fruit while the latter refers to a city or market.
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Grammar guides
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