syun3 pun4 zi2算盤子算盘子
Jyutpingsyun3 pun4 zi2
Yalesyun pùhn jí
Definition
Glochidion puberum (abacus plant), or yam abacus seeds (a Hakka dish).
- technicalGlochidion puberum, a plant species known as the abacus plant
- yam abacus seeds, a traditional Hakka dish made of taro and tapioca starch
colloquialfoodfestival
How it's used
Refers specifically to a traditional Hakka dish made from stir-fried yam dough shaped like abacus beads. It is a labor-intensive comfort food often served during festivals or special family gatherings. The name comes from the resemblance of the chewy yam pieces to the beads on a traditional abacus.
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dip2碟dípExamples
The yam abacus seeds at this shop are very famous.
Have you tried the Hakka dish yam abacus seeds yet?
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Common phrases
Hakka yam abacus seeds
stir-fried yam abacus seeds
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