fung1 seon3 zi2風信子风信子
Jyutpingfung1 seon3 zi2
Yalefūng seun jí
Definition
Hyacinth; a plant that blooms in early spring.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the bulbous flowering plant often seen in local flower markets during the Lunar New Year period. Unlike many other flowers, it is frequently grown indoors in water using a special glass vase, which is a common sight in Hong Kong homes during spring.
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pun4盆pùnhExamples
I really like the scent of hyacinths.
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Common phrases
water-grown hyacinth
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