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Yalegán
Definition
Celery or violet.
- celery
- violet; viola
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How it's used
While 菫 is a recognized character for celery, it is extremely rare in modern Hong Kong Cantonese. Most locals use 芹菜 to refer to celery in daily life. Using 菫 may cause confusion as it is more commonly associated with literary or botanical contexts.
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This celery is very fresh.
Related words
Common phrases
fresh celery
Common mistake
Learners should avoid using this character in casual conversation, as it is not part of the standard spoken vocabulary. Stick to 芹菜 to ensure you are understood.
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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.
