zeoi3 lei5槜李
Jyutpingzeoi3 lei5
Yalejeui léih
Definition
Plum with bright red skin.
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How it's used
This specific variety of plum is highly prized for its thin skin and juicy, sweet flesh. It is often associated with high quality fruit markets and is considered a seasonal delicacy. Unlike generic plums, it is rarely used for cooking and is almost always eaten fresh as a snack.
Measure word
go3個goExamples
How many catties of plums did you buy to take home?
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with general terms like 李子, but 槜李 refers to a specific, premium cultivar rather than the generic fruit category.
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