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Yalefēi jí siu
Definition
Feizixiao, a high-quality variety of lychee known for its large size, sweet flavor, and prickly skin.
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How it's used
Named after the famous historical anecdote where a Tang dynasty emperor had fresh lychees rushed to his concubine, this variety is prized for its thin skin and small seed. It is often the first variety to hit the market each season, making it a highly anticipated treat for fruit lovers. Unlike the firmer and more fragrant 桂味, this variety is known for its juicy, succulent flesh.
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How many catties of Fi Tsz Siu did you buy to take home?
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
