ngan6 ci1 ci1韌黐黐韧黐黐
Jyutpingngan6 ci1 ci1
Yalengahn chī chī
Definition
Tough, chewy, and sticky.
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How it's used
This reduplicated adjective is used specifically for food that is difficult to chew due to a rubbery or leathery texture. It carries a slightly negative connotation, implying the food has been overcooked or is of poor quality. It is much more descriptive and vivid than simply saying 韌.
Examples
This piece of beef is super tough, I can't chew it no matter how hard I try.
Why is the squid you cooked so tough and rubbery?
Related words
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe a person's personality or a difficult situation, as it is strictly reserved for the physical texture of food.
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Grammar guides
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