laam4 mui2藍莓蓝莓
Jyutpinglaam4 mui2
Yalelàahm múi
Definition
Blueberry; a small blue berry.
colloquialfood
How it's used
Blueberries are often associated with health-conscious diets in Hong Kong and are frequently found in smoothies or yogurt bowls. While the term is a direct loan translation, it is universally understood and used in supermarkets and cafes across the city.
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nap1粒nāpExamples
Do you like eating blueberries?
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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.
