daai6 zou6大造
Jyutpingdaai6 zou6
Yaledaaih jouh
Definition
Abundant; having a bumper crop.
colloquialfoodshopping
How it's used
Focuses specifically on the seasonal abundance of agricultural produce rather than just a general successful harvest. It implies that the market is currently flooded with a particular fruit or vegetable, making it the ideal time to buy due to lower prices and better quality. You will frequently hear this used by shoppers and vendors in wet markets.
Examples
Oranges are having a bumper crop this year, they are much cheaper.
Mangoes are in peak season right now, have you bought any yet?
Related words
Common phrases
abundant production
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 豐收, which is a more formal or literary term for a successful harvest. Use 大造 when talking about the practical availability and pricing of produce in daily life.
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