siu2 mai5小米
Jyutpingsiu2 mai5
Yalesíu máih
Definition
Millet.
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How it's used
Millet is primarily consumed in Hong Kong as a porridge, often paired with other grains like rice or beans for health benefits. It is frequently associated with traditional Chinese dietary therapy for its cooling properties and ease of digestion.
Measure word
wun2碗wúnExamples
He cooked a pot of millet porridge for me to eat.
Do you like eating millet?
Related words
Common phrases
millet porridge
Common mistake
Be careful not to confuse this with the popular technology brand Xiaomi, which shares the same characters. In a casual conversation, context is usually sufficient to distinguish between the grain and the smartphone manufacturer.
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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.
