zyu1 juk6豬肉猪肉
Jyutpingzyu1 juk6
Yalejyū yuhk
Definition
Pork; the meat of a pig used as food.
Example
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the meat of a pig, commonly purchased at wet markets. It is a staple ingredient in Cantonese cuisine, often paired with vegetables or used in soups. When buying, people frequently specify the cut, such as 瘦肉 or 五花腩, rather than just using the general term.
Measure word
gan1斤gānExamples
This piece of pork is very fresh, let's steam it tonight.
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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.
