tim4 zuk1甜粥
Jyutpingtim4 zuk1
Yaletìhm jūk
Definition
Sweet congee; sweet rice porridge.
colloquialfooddim sum
How it's used
Sweet congee is a traditional dessert often made with ingredients like red beans, mung beans, or lotus seeds. Unlike savory congee which is a staple meal, this is typically enjoyed as a snack or a post-dinner treat. It is distinct from tong sui, which is a broader category of sweet soups.
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wun2碗wúnExamples
This shop's sweet congee is very famous.
Do you like eating sweet congee?
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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.
