laai6 fan2瀨粉濑粉
Jyutpinglaai6 fan2
Yalelaaih fán
Definition
Lai fun; a type of thick, round rice noodle that is smooth and translucent.
colloquialfooddim sum
How it's used
Often associated with traditional Cantonese roast meat shops, this noodle type is prized for its thick, slippery texture. Unlike thinner rice noodles, it holds up well in hot broth without becoming mushy too quickly. It is a staple comfort food frequently served with a side of clear soup or rich gravy.
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wun2碗wúnExamples
I would like to eat a bowl of roast goose lai-fun.
Do you prefer eating lai-fun or rice vermicelli?
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 米粉, which is much thinner and drier in texture. While both are made from rice, they offer a completely different mouthfeel and are rarely interchangeable in specific dishes like roast goose noodles.
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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.
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- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
