Learn kitchenware vocabulary in Cantonese! Master names for wok (鑊), chopsticks (筷子), bowl (碗), and other essential cooking and dining tools.
Kitchen vocabulary is practical for cooking at home, shopping for housewares, and discussing recipes. Essential for anyone setting up a kitchen in Hong Kong or learning Cantonese cooking.
Includes native audio, Jyutping, and examples from cooking contexts.
| Cantonese | English | Pronounce |
|---|---|---|
|
dou1
刀
|
knife | |
|
caa1
叉
|
fork | |
|
si4
匙
|
spoon | |
|
dip6
碟
|
plate | |
|
wun2
碗
|
bowl | |
|
bui1
杯
|
cup | |
|
wo1
鍋
|
pot | |
| pan | ||
| cutting board | ||
| whisk | ||
|
caan2
鏟
|
spatula | |
| tongs | ||
| blender | ||
| microwave | ||
| oven | ||
| toaster | ||
| coffeemaker | ||
| teapot | ||
|
si1
篩
|
sieve | |
| measuring cups | ||
| measuring spoons | ||
| mixing bowl | ||
|
zoek3
杓
|
ladle | |
| peeler | ||
| grater | ||
| can opener | ||
| colander | ||
| rolling pin | ||
| food processor |
After mastering kitchenware vocabulary, you might want to explore other essential Cantonese vocabulary categories to expand your language skills further. Check out our complete vocabulary collection to discover more themed word lists.
Understanding kitchenware-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 29 carefully selected words represent the most commonly used kitchenware terms in everyday Cantonese conversations. Each word comes with:
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