je5 mei2野味
Jyutpingje5 mei2
Yaleyéh méi
Definition
Wild game; animals caught in the wild for food rather than being farmed.
colloquialfoodhealth
How it's used
Refers specifically to animals caught in the wild for consumption, often carrying a connotation of being exotic or unconventional. It is frequently discussed in the context of health risks or legal restrictions regarding wildlife trade and food safety. The term is distinct from general meat, as it implies a source that has not been domesticated or farmed.
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zek3隻jekExamples
He loves eating wild game and thinks it tastes especially fresh and sweet.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the adjective 野味, which can sometimes describe a 'gamey' or 'wild' flavor profile in food, though the noun form is much more common in everyday conversation.
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Grammar guides
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