saa1 lei4沙梨
Jyutpingsaa1 lei4
Yalesā lèih
Definition
Sand pear or apple pear; a round, crisp variety of pear with brown, yellow, or green skin.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the round, crisp variety of Asian pear often found in local markets. It is distinct from the Western-style soft, bell-shaped pear, which is usually referred to as 西洋梨. People often associate this fruit with cooling properties in traditional Chinese medicine, especially when boiled in soups or desserts.
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How many pears did you buy to bring home?
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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.
