gwo2 zim1果占
Jyutpinggwo2 zim1
Yalegwó jīm
Definition
Fruit jam; a sweet spread made of fruit and sugar.
colloquialfood
How it's used
Borrowing directly from the English word jam, this term is the standard way to refer to fruit preserves in Hong Kong. While 果醬 is understood as the formal or written equivalent, locals almost exclusively use 果占 in daily speech. It is frequently paired with bread or toast for breakfast or afternoon tea.
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zeon1樽jēunExamples
Do you like eating jam toast?
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the Cantonese word 占, which is a common loanword for the verb to occupy or take up space, such as in 占位.
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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.
