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Yaleyáu
Definition
Pomelo or grapefruit; a citrus fruit traditionally eaten during the Mid-Autumn Festival.
colloquialfoodfestival
How it's used
柚 is deeply associated with the Mid-Autumn Festival, where it is often presented as a gift or placed on the table as a symbol of family reunion. The pronunciation of the word is similar to the word for protection or blessing in some dialects, adding to its cultural significance during the holiday. It is distinct from smaller citrus fruits because of its thick, spongy rind and large size.
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Eating grapefruit during the Mid-Autumn Festival is a tradition.
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