zaap6 sik6雜食杂食
Jyutpingzaap6 sik6
Yalejaahp sihk
Definition
Omnivorous; eating both plants and meat.
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How it's used
Primarily used in biological or dietary contexts to describe organisms that consume both plant and animal matter. While it functions as a noun or adjective in scientific discussion, it is often paired with 動物 to clarify the subject. It carries a neutral, descriptive tone rather than a judgmental one.
Examples
Humans are omnivores; we can eat anything.
Do you know which animals are omnivores?
Related words
Common phrases
omnivore
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the slang term 雜食 which can sometimes refer to someone who is indiscriminate in their romantic or social choices, similar to being a 'player' or someone who 'eats everything'.
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Grammar guides
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