siu1 jyu5 zyu1燒乳豬烧乳猪
Jyutpingsiu1 jyu5 zyu1
Yalesīu yúh jyū
Definition
Roast suckling pig.
colloquialfooddim sum
How it's used
This dish is a centerpiece at traditional Cantonese celebrations, especially weddings and opening ceremonies for new businesses. It is prized for its crispy skin, which is often served separately from the meat. Ordering it for a group is a sign of generosity and festive spirit.
Measure word
zek3隻jekExamples
There will be roast suckling pig at the wedding banquet tonight.
Do you like eating roast suckling pig?
Related words
Common phrases
to carve a roast suckling pig
roast suckling pig skin
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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.
