siu6 coi3紹菜绍菜
Jyutpingsiu6 coi3
Yalesiuh choi
Definition
Napa cabbage; a long Chinese cabbage with light green leaves and white stalks.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the elongated, Napa-style cabbage common in local markets. It is distinct from the rounder, tighter-leafed varieties often found in Western supermarkets. The texture becomes very soft and sweet when braised, making it a staple for home-style hot pots and soups.
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fo2棵fóExamples
Shall we make a Chinese cabbage and vermicelli pot tonight?
Go to the market and buy two heads of Chinese cabbage.
Related words
Common phrases
Chinese cabbage and vermicelli pot
Chinese cabbage in superior broth
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 娃娃菜, which is a smaller, younger version of the same plant. While they are botanically similar, they are treated as distinct items in a grocery context due to their size and tenderness differences.
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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.
