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Jyutpingdin6 ci4 lou4
Yaledihn chìh lòuh
Definition
Induction cooktop; a flameless stove that heats cookware using electromagnetic induction.
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How it's used
Modern Hong Kong kitchens often prefer these over gas stoves due to safety and ease of cleaning. Unlike traditional gas stoves that use open flames, these require specific cookware made of magnetic materials like stainless steel or cast iron. If a pot is made of glass or ceramic, it simply will not heat up on the surface.
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The induction cooktop at home is broken, let's go out to eat tonight.
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Common phrases
use an induction cooktop
buy an induction cooktop
Common mistake
Learners sometimes confuse this with an electric stove, which uses a heating element to get the surface itself hot. Remember that an induction cooktop stays relatively cool to the touch because it uses electromagnetic fields to heat the cookware directly.
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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.
