cuk1 caan2畜產畜产
Jyutpingcuk1 caan2
Yalechūk cháan
Definition
Livestock and poultry products, or the livestock industry.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to agricultural products derived from animals, such as meat, eggs, or dairy. It is a formal term primarily used in business, government policy, or academic contexts rather than in casual conversation at the market. When speaking about livestock in a general sense, people usually prefer more specific terms like 禽畜 or 牲口.
Examples
This company specializes in livestock product trading.
Do you know where to buy high-quality livestock products?
Related words
Common phrases
livestock product processing
livestock industry
Common mistake
Avoid using this to refer to live animals themselves, as it focuses on the commercial products or the industry sector. For live animals, use 禽畜 instead.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
