pou4 tou4蒲桃
Jyutpingpou4 tou4
Yalepòuh tòuh
Definition
Rose apple; the yellowish-green fruit of the Syzygium jambos tree, which has a hollow space between the flesh and the seed.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the fruit of the Syzygium jambos, which is distinct from the common wax apple known as 蓮霧. It is rarely seen in modern supermarkets and is more likely to be found in home gardens or traditional markets in older districts. The fruit is prized for its unique floral fragrance, which is much stronger than that of other common tropical fruits.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 蓮霧, which is the much more common wax apple found in grocery stores. While they share some visual similarities, the texture and scent of 蒲桃 are quite different.
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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.
