waai4 faa1槐花
Jyutpingwaai4 faa1
Yalewàaih fā
Definition
The flower of the Pagoda tree (Styphnolobium japonicum), often used in traditional Chinese medicine.
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How it's used
Primarily encountered in traditional Chinese medicine or herbal soup recipes rather than daily conversation. It is valued for its cooling properties and is often used to address issues related to blood heat or inflammation. You will most likely see it sold in dried form at traditional herbal shops.
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baau1包bāuExamples
These pagoda tree flowers are great for making soup to clear internal heat.
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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.
