jyu4 lau5魚柳鱼柳
Jyutpingjyu4 lau5
Yaleyùh láuh
Definition
Fish fillet; a boneless piece of fish.
colloquialfood
How it's used
Refers specifically to a boneless piece of fish, often prepared for frying or grilling. It is commonly associated with fast food menus or Western style cooking in local cafes. Unlike whole fish, it is valued for its convenience and lack of bones.
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faai3塊faiExamples
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with whole fish dishes served in traditional Chinese restaurants, where bones are expected. Using this term for a whole steamed fish would sound very strange to a native speaker.
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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.
