gaam3 laam2橄欖橄榄
Jyutpinggaam3 laam2
Yalegaam láam
Definition
Olive; the fruit of the olive tree, used to produce oil or eaten directly.
neutralfood
How it's used
While referring to the fruit itself, it is often associated with traditional snacks in Hong Kong, such as the preserved salty olives sold in old-style shops. It is also frequently encountered in the context of health-conscious cooking through the widespread use of olive oil.
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nap1粒nāpExamples
These olives are very salty, do you want to eat some?
I bought a bottle of olive oil to cook at home.
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