wu4 dip6 fan2蝴蝶粉
Jyutpingwu4 dip6 fan2
Yalewùh dihp fán
Definition
Farfalle; a small butterfly- or bow-tie-shaped Italian pasta.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the bow tie shaped pasta commonly found in Western style cafes or supermarkets in Hong Kong. It is often used in creamy pasta dishes or cold pasta salads because the shape holds sauce well. While it is a loan concept, the name is a direct translation of the visual appearance.
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