juk6 haai5肉蟹
Jyutpingjuk6 haai5
Yaleyuhk háaih
Definition
A meat crab, typically a male mud crab, which has more meat than roe.
colloquialfooddim sum
How it's used
Distinguishing between crab types is central to Hong Kong seafood culture, where diners prioritize the presence of roe or meat. While 肉蟹 refers to the meaty male crab, it is often contrasted with 膏蟹, which refers to the female crab prized for its roe. Choosing between them depends entirely on whether you prefer a fuller, firmer texture or the rich, creamy taste of the roe.
Measure word
zek3隻jekExamples
Shall we go to the restaurant tonight and order a mud crab to eat?
Related words
Common phrases
stir-fried mud crab with ginger and scallions
mud crab claypot
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 膏蟹, as ordering the wrong one will lead to disappointment if you were specifically craving the roe rather than the meat.
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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.
