jau4 lam6 lam6油淋淋
Jyutpingjau4 lam6 lam6
Yaleyàuh lahm lahm
Definition
Greasy, oily, or very fatty.
colloquialfoodbody
How it's used
Describes a surface or food that is excessively coated in grease or oil, often carrying a negative connotation of being unappealing or unhygienic. While it is frequently used for food, it is also commonly applied to hair or skin that has become oily throughout the day.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 油膩, which specifically refers to the heavy, rich taste of food that makes one feel sick. 油淋淋 focuses more on the visible, shiny, and slippery appearance of oil.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
