laai1 coeng2拉腸拉肠
Jyutpinglaai1 coeng2
Yalelāai chéung
Definition
Steamed rice noodle roll
colloquialfooddim sum
How it's used
Often referred to simply as 腸粉 in casual speech, the term 拉腸 specifically highlights the traditional method of pulling the rice batter across a cloth or tray. It is a staple of breakfast culture and dim sum, frequently served with a sweet soy sauce poured over the top. You will find that locals rarely use the full term in a rush, preferring the shorter version unless specifying the preparation style.
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dip2碟dípExamples
I want to go to the teahouse to have a plate of steamed rice noodle rolls.
Related words
Common phrases
beef steamed rice noodle rolls
dried shrimp steamed rice noodle rolls
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 腸仔, which refers to a small sausage, often found in Western style breakfasts or hot dogs. Using the wrong term can lead to a very different breakfast order.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
