faan1 gwai2 pou4 tou2番鬼蒲桃
Jyutpingfaan1 gwai2 pou4 tou2
Yalefāan gwái pòuh tóu
Definition
Wax apple; rose apple.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the bell shaped fruit known as the wax apple or rose apple. While historically used to describe various exotic fruits introduced from abroad, it is now almost exclusively used for this crisp, watery fruit. Most locals simply call it 蓮霧 in modern contexts, as that is the standard name used in supermarkets and markets.
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Common phrases
fresh wax apple
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 蒲桃, which refers to a different, less common type of fruit. Using the full term 番鬼蒲桃 can sound slightly old fashioned or specific to certain older generations.
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