gon1 ji4乾兒干儿
Jyutpinggon1 ji4
Yalegōn yìh
Definition
Dried food.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to preserved food items that have been dehydrated, such as dried seafood, mushrooms, or preserved meats. It is a very common term when discussing pantry staples or shopping for ingredients in traditional markets. Unlike general snacks, it implies items that are often used as ingredients for cooking or long-term storage.
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di1啲dīExamples
There is still plenty of dried food to eat at home.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 乾貨, which is a broader term often used in business or retail to describe non-perishable dry goods in general, including things like stationery or household supplies.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
