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Definition
Perilla, an aromatic herb; beans.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the plant known as perilla, which is frequently used in Asian cooking for its distinct aroma. It is rarely used in everyday speech to refer to beans, as other specific terms are preferred for different bean varieties. The term is most commonly encountered in culinary contexts or when discussing traditional herbal ingredients.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with other leafy greens or herbs because it is not a staple vegetable in all regions. Be careful not to use it as a general term for all types of beans, as it is highly specific to the perilla plant.
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Grammar guides
- LocationHow to say where something is using 喺 (hai2), place words like 度, and the common coverbs that work like English prepositions.
- Serial verbsStringing two or more verbs together without any joining word, like go to the shop buy things. Extremely common in Cantonese.
- 將 disposalHow to move the object in front of the verb with 將, to focus on what happens to it. Common in instructions and writing.
