gwaan1 dung1 zyu2關東煮关东煮
Jyutpinggwaan1 dung1 zyu2
Yalegwāan dūng jyú
Definition
Oden; a Japanese dish of ingredients like boiled eggs, daikon, konjac, and chikuwa stewed in dashi broth.
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How it's used
Convenience stores in Hong Kong are the most common places to encounter this dish, often sold in self-service containers near the entrance. It is considered a quick snack or light meal rather than a formal dinner. The broth is typically mild and savory, making it a popular comfort food during the winter months.
Measure word
wun2碗wúnExamples
Do you like eating the oden from convenience stores?
Common phrases
convenience store oden
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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.
