maan6 sau6 gwo2萬壽果万寿果
Jyutpingmaan6 sau6 gwo2
Yalemaahn sauh gwó
Definition
Papaya, or the fruit of the Japanese raisin tree.
- papaya
- the fruit of the Japanese raisin tree (Hovenia dulcis)
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How it's used
While this term is understood as a formal or alternative name for papaya, most people in daily life simply use 木瓜. Using 萬壽果 can sound slightly more descriptive or poetic, often appearing in health contexts or traditional medicinal discussions. It is rarely used in casual grocery shopping scenarios.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with other fruits because the name sounds like a generic auspicious term rather than a specific fruit. Always stick to 木瓜 for everyday communication to avoid confusion.
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Grammar guides
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