hau2 gwo2口果
Jyutpinghau2 gwo2
Yaleháu gwó
Definition
Preserved fruits, sweets, or candies eaten as snacks.
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How it's used
This term is specific to traditional preserved fruits or small sweet snacks often sold in old-fashioned shops. It carries a nostalgic feel compared to the more generic term 糖果. It is frequently associated with childhood treats found in jars at local markets.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with general snacks like 零食, but 口果 specifically refers to sweet, preserved, or candied items rather than savory snacks like chips or nuts.
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Grammar guides
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