zyu3 tit3鑄鐵铸铁
Jyutpingzyu3 tit3
Yalejyu tit
Definition
Cast iron; an alloy made by remelting pig iron and mixing it with other metals.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the material used in heavy-duty cookware, prized for its ability to retain heat. Unlike standard steel, it is brittle and can crack if dropped or subjected to extreme temperature shocks. It is frequently associated with traditional kitchenware that requires seasoning with oil to prevent rust.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
