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Definition
Pomelo or grapefruit; a type of citrus fruit similar to mandarins and oranges.
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How it's used
While 柚子 is the standard term, it is almost exclusively used to refer to the pomelo in Hong Kong, especially during the Mid-Autumn Festival. It is distinct from the grapefruit found in Western supermarkets, which is often called 西柚. Using 柚子 to refer to a Western-style grapefruit can lead to confusion as the flavor profiles and culinary uses differ significantly.
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Eating pomelo during the Mid-Autumn Festival is considered auspicious.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse 柚子 with 西柚. The former is the large, thick-skinned pomelo common in Asian markets, while the latter is the smaller, bitter grapefruit.
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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.
