lo4 lak6羅勒罗勒
Jyutpinglo4 lak6
Yalelòh lahk
Definition
Basil; a type of aromatic herb used in cooking.
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How it's used
Most Hong Kongers refer to this herb by its English name, basil, in casual conversation. The term 羅勒 is primarily used in written menus, recipes, or formal culinary contexts. If you use it in a wet market or a casual kitchen setting, people might find it slightly formal or academic.
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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.
