saat3 kei4 maa5薩其馬萨其马
Jyutpingsaat3 kei4 maa5
Yalesaat kèih máh
Definition
Sachima, a sweet Manchurian pastry made of egg, flour, and syrup, cut into squares.
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How it's used
Sachima is a classic traditional snack often found in old-style bakeries and supermarkets in Hong Kong. It is known for its sticky, honey-like texture and is usually cut into rectangular blocks. It is a popular choice for afternoon tea or as a gift during festive periods.
Measure word
gau6嚿gauhExamples
This piece of Sachima is very soft and fluffy.
How many pieces of Sachima did you buy to take home?
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Common mistake
Learners often mistake it for a type of cake or biscuit, but its unique texture is closer to a sticky, fried noodle snack bound together by syrup. Be careful not to confuse it with other fried dough snacks like 油炸鬼, as the preparation and taste are completely different.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
