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Definition
Malt; germinated barley seeds used in brewing, distilling, and confectionery.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the germinated cereal grain used in brewing and food production. It is most frequently encountered by the average speaker in the context of food products like maltose or malted drinks. Unlike some other ingredients, it is rarely used in casual conversation outside of discussions about beer, baking, or traditional snacks.
Examples
This beer is brewed with a lot of malt.
Do you know how malt is made?
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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.
