gon1 jap1 zau2干邑酒
Jyutpinggon1 jap1 zau2
Yalegōn yāp jáu
Definition
Cognac; a variety of brandy named after the town of Cognac in France.
colloquialdrink
How it's used
Cognac is often referred to simply as 干邑 in social settings, especially in high-end bars or restaurants. It carries an air of sophistication and is frequently associated with business dinners or celebratory toasts among older generations. While it is a specific type of brandy, the term is used exclusively for the French spirit produced in the Cognac region.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with general brandy, which is usually called 白蘭地. Using 干邑酒 for any generic brandy is technically inaccurate as it implies the specific French origin.
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