Learn Spices, Oils and Sauces in Cantonese 香料、油及醬料

Master spices, oils and sauces vocabulary in Cantonese! This comprehensive guide features 14 essential Cantonese words related to spices, oils and sauces, complete with audio pronunciation and real-life video examples.

Learning spices, oils and sauces vocabulary is crucial for everyday conversations in Cantonese. Whether you're a beginner or advancing your Cantonese skills, these words will help you express yourself naturally in Hong Kong, Guangzhou, and other Cantonese-speaking regions.

Learning Tip: Practice each word's pronunciation using the audio button , then watch real usage examples by clicking the video icon to see how native speakers use these words in context.

14 Words Audio Pronunciation Video Examples Available
Cantonese English Pronounce
syun3
tau4
garlic
goeng1
ginger
faan1
ke4
zoeng3
ketchup
gai3
mat6
mustard
mei6
zing1
MSG
jau4
oil
gam3
laam5
jau4
olive oil
hou4
jau2
oyster sauce
wu4
jiu1
pepper
jim4
salt
zoeng3
jau4
soy sauce
cou3
vinegar
laat6
ziu1
zoeng3
hot sauce
sesame oil

How to Use This Vocabulary List

  1. Listen First: Click the button to hear native Cantonese pronunciation
  2. See It in Context: Click the icon (when available) to watch video clips showing how native speakers use this word in real conversations
  3. Practice Daily: Try to use 2 new words each day in your Cantonese conversations
  4. Create Sentences: Don't just memorize - create your own sentences using these spices, oils and sauces words

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Quick Facts
  • 📚 14 words in this category
  • 🎯 Difficulty: Beginner-Friendly
  • ⏱️ Estimated learning time: 30 minutes
  • 🎬 13 words with video examples

Why Learn Spices, Oils and Sauces in Cantonese?

Understanding spices, oils and sauces-related vocabulary is essential for anyone learning Cantonese, whether you're planning to visit Hong Kong, communicate with Cantonese-speaking friends and family, or immerse yourself in Cantonese culture through films, TV shows, and music.

These 14 carefully selected words represent the most commonly used spices, oils and sauces terms in everyday Cantonese conversations. Each word comes with:

  • Jyutping romanization - showing you exactly how to pronounce each word
  • Audio pronunciation - recorded by native Cantonese speakers
  • Video examples - see and hear the words used in authentic contexts (where available)

Start your Cantonese learning journey with GoCantonese and discover how easy and fun it can be to master spices, oils and sauces vocabulary! Our interactive tools and real-world examples make learning Cantonese engaging and effective.