saa1 nong4砂囊
Jyutpingsaa1 nong4
Yalesā nòhng
Definition
Gizzard; a muscular digestive organ in birds, reptiles, and some invertebrates used to grind down food.
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How it's used
In a culinary context, this organ is almost exclusively referred to as 雞胗 or 胗. Using the scientific term 砂囊 in a restaurant or wet market will sound overly clinical or like a biology lecture. It is a popular ingredient in skewers and stir-fries due to its distinct, firm texture.
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This chicken's gizzard is very crunchy.
Do you eat gizzard?
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the stomach, as it is a specialized muscular part of the digestive tract. In casual speech, always prefer 胗 over 砂囊 to sound natural.
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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.
