lin4 mou6蓮霧莲雾
Jyutpinglin4 mou6
Yalelìhn mouh
Definition
Wax apple or wax jambu; a sweet and mild bell-shaped fruit usually with red or green skin.
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How it's used
Often referred to as 天桃 in local markets, this fruit is prized for its crisp, refreshing texture rather than a strong flavor. It is frequently served sliced as a snack or dessert because its high water content makes it perfect for hot weather. You will notice it is rarely cooked and almost always eaten raw.
Measure word
go3個goExamples
How many wax apples did you buy to bring home?
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 蘋果, as the texture and flavor profile are completely different. Beginners sometimes mistake the name for a type of lotus product due to the character 蓮, but it is strictly a fruit.
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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.
