sai1 jau2西柚
Jyutpingsai1 jau2
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Definition
Grapefruit; a citrus fruit with orange-yellow skin and red or pink flesh.
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How it's used
Grapefruit is often associated with health and weight loss in Hong Kong, frequently appearing in diet-conscious menus. Unlike some other citrus fruits, it is almost exclusively referred to by this loan-influenced term rather than any older native name. It is common to see it served as a refreshing drink in local cafes.
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zek3隻jekExamples
I like to drink a glass of grapefruit juice in the morning.
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Common phrases
grapefruit juice
Common mistake
Be careful not to confuse it with 柚子, which refers to the much larger pomelo. While both are citrus fruits, they have distinct sizes, textures, and flavor profiles.
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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.
