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March 24, 2026
膾kuài(kuai4)
膾 (kuài) refers to minced meat or fish, commonly used in Chinese cuisine. It often describes dishes where the meat or fish is finely chopped or ground, typically served as a cold dish or part of a side. This term can also imply a particular preparation style that emphasizes freshness and flavor.
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Cultural Note
膾 is significant in traditional Chinese cuisine, particularly in dishes like cold cuts and appetizers. It reflects the importance of meat preparation techniques in Chinese culinary culture.
Memory Tip
Imagine a 'kwai' (quick) chef who minces meat so finely that it looks like a delicate painting. The character 膾 has the meat radical (肉) on the left, hinting at its connection to meat, while the right side suggests a cutting action.
Meanings of 膾
kuài(kuai4)
1minced meat, minced fish
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膾Simplified
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非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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切 (qiē) - use 膾 when referring specifically to minced meat or fish, while 切 refers to the act of cutting in general.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a 'kwai' (quick) chef who minces meat so finely that it looks like a delicate painting. The character 膾 has the meat radical (肉) on the left, hinting at its connection to meat, while the right side suggests a cutting action.
Usage Notes
膾 is often used in culinary contexts, especially when describing specific dishes like 膾鲤 (minced carp). Be careful with pronunciation; the tone is crucial as it differentiates between similar-sounding words. It's generally used in informal settings.
HSK Study Tips
膾 is not included in the HSK levels, but it relates to food vocabulary that learners might encounter at higher levels. Students should focus on related food terms and cooking methods to enhance their culinary vocabulary.
Cultural Note
膾 is significant in traditional Chinese cuisine, particularly in dishes like cold cuts and appetizers. It reflects the importance of meat preparation techniques in Chinese culinary culture.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 膾 with similar-sounding words. For example, saying '快 (kuài)', which means 'fast', instead of 膾 (kuài) can lead to misunderstandings. Always remember the context of food when using 膾.
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Cultural Notes for 膾
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膾 is significant in traditional Chinese cuisine, particularly in dishes like cold cuts and appetizers. It reflects the importance of meat preparation techniques in Chinese culinary culture.
Word Family of 膾
Words Containing This Character2
脍炙人口appealing to the masses膾炙人口
脍kuàichopped meat or fish膾
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Frequently Asked Questions about 膾
膾 is pronounced as 'kuài' with a falling tone.
While it primarily refers to minced meat or fish, it is most commonly used for specific dishes, so context is essential.
膾 is more common in culinary contexts rather than everyday conversation.
