hou4 zyu1豪豬豪猪
Jyutpinghou4 zyu1
Yalehòuh jyū
Definition
Porcupine; a large rodent with sharp quills on its skin, commonly found in the wild in Hong Kong.
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How it's used
Although technically a rodent, the term is used in the same way as any other animal name in casual conversation. It is frequently mentioned in the context of hiking or wildlife sightings in rural areas, as they are one of the larger wild mammals still commonly encountered in the hills.
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zek3隻jekExamples
Have you ever seen a porcupine while hiking?
It turns out there are many porcupines in Hong Kong's country parks.
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Common phrases
wild porcupine
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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.
