gaa1 dai2加底
Jyutpinggaa1 dai2
Yalegā dái
Definition
An order instruction in Hong Kong cafes to increase the portion of rice or noodles, excluding toppings or meats.
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How it's used
Originating from the fast-paced environment of local diners, this term specifically refers to increasing the carbohydrate base of a dish. It is strictly used for rice or noodles and never implies extra meat or sauce. When ordering, it is common to place the request immediately after naming the dish.
Examples
Boss, I would like extra noodles for this stir-fried beef rice noodle.
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Common mistake
Do not use this term to request more meat or vegetables, as the staff will likely clarify that it only applies to the starch base. It is also not used in high-end restaurants where standard menu terminology is expected.
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Grammar guides
- Directional complementsThe small words added after a verb to show direction of movement, like up, down, out, in, and back. Common in everyday Cantonese.
- DemonstrativesThis and that with 呢 and 嗰, the personal pronouns, and how 哋 turns I, you, and he into we, you all, and they.
- Resultative complementsSticking a result word onto a verb to show how it turned out, like eat until full or look and find. A productive everyday pattern.
