gam1 jing1 zi2金櫻子金樱子
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Yalegām yīng jí
Definition
Cherokee rose (Rosa laevigata); a species of climbing rose native to southern China and Taiwan.
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How it's used
Primarily used in traditional Chinese medicine, this ingredient is valued for its astringent properties and is often found in herbal shops. It is rarely encountered outside of medicinal contexts or specific health-conscious cooking, such as slow-cooked herbal soups. When purchasing, it is usually sold in dried form rather than fresh.
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loeng2両léungExamples
This Rosa laevigata is great for soothing the throat when boiled in soup.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
