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Definition
Pumpkin; a round, orange-yellow squash belonging to the Cucurbitaceae family.
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How it's used
Beyond its culinary use, the term is sometimes used in slang to refer to a person's head, though this is less common than other body part metaphors. It is a staple ingredient in Cantonese home cooking, frequently appearing in steamed dishes or soups paired with pork ribs.
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This pumpkin is huge, is it enough to make soup?
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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.
