daai2 zi2帶子带子
Jyutpingdaai2 zi2
Yaledáai jí
Definition
Scallop; the circular adductor muscle of bivalve mollusks used as seafood.
colloquialfooddim sum
How it's used
Refers specifically to the adductor muscle of the scallop, which is the firm, round, white part prized in Cantonese seafood dishes. While it is a common ingredient in high-end dim sum or banquet menus, it is rarely referred to by any other name in a culinary context.
Measure word
zek3隻jekExamples
The scallops here are very fresh.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 帶子 meaning 'carrying a child' or 'bringing someone along', which is a homonym used in different contexts. Always rely on the context of food or seafood to ensure the meaning is clear.
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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.
