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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
卤味lǔwèifood prepared by stewing in soy sauce and spicesHSK 7, unknown, 15 strokes, Very Hard
lǔwèi(lu3wei4)lu wei T3
  1. 1food prepared by stewing in soy sauce and spices
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March 24, 2026

卤味(滷味)lǔwèi(lu3wei4)

卤味 (lǔ wèi) refers to a popular style of Chinese cuisine where various meats and sometimes vegetables are stewed in a savory mixture of soy sauce, spices, and sometimes herbs. Commonly enjoyed as street food or in casual dining settings, it is known for its deep flavors and tender textures, often served with rice or noodles.

Strokes15DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

卤味 is deeply rooted in Chinese food culture, particularly in regions like Sichuan and Hunan, where spicy and flavorful dishes are traditional. It's often a staple at night markets, showcasing the communal and social aspect of dining in Chinese culture.

Memory tip

Imagine a pot (卤) bubbling with a rich, brown stew, filled with various meats (味) soaking up the delicious flavors. The 'lǔ' sounds like the English word 'loo,' which can remind you of a stew pot in a kitchen, while 'wèi' sounds like 'way,' suggesting the way food is prepared and enjoyed.

Meanings of 卤味

lǔwèi(lu3wei4)
1food prepared by stewing in soy sauce and spices
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About 卤味

卤味Simplified
滷味Traditional
15Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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卤菜 (lǔcài) refers specifically to the cooked dishes themselves, whereas 卤味 (lǔwèi) encompasses the broader style and flavor profile of the cuisine.

Usage Notes

卤味 is typically used in informal contexts and is often part of street food vocabulary. A common mistake is using it interchangeably with other cooking methods; remember, it specifically refers to the stewing process with soy sauce. Be careful with the tones: 'lǔ' (3rd tone) and 'wèi' (4th tone) must be pronounced correctly to avoid confusion.

HSK Study Tips

While 卤味 may not appear in lower HSK levels, it connects to food-related vocabulary, which is commonly explored in beginner to intermediate studies. Focus on recognizing related terms like '肉' (ròu - meat) and '酱' (jiàng - sauce) to expand your culinary vocabulary.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 卤味 with other cooking methods like 炖 (dùn - stew) or 烤 (kǎo - roast). For example, saying '我喜欢吃烤味' (I like to eat roast flavor) instead of '卤味' would be incorrect.

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Component characters

卤lǔsalt
7 strokes卤
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味wèitaste
HSK 48 strokes口
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How to say food prepared by stewing in soy sauce and spices in Chinese

“food prepared by stewing in soy sauce and spices” in Chinese is卤味lǔwèi

卤味 (lǔ wèi) refers to a popular style of Chinese cuisine where various meats and sometimes vegetables are stewed in a savory mixture of soy sauce, spices, and sometimes herbs. Commonly enjoyed as street food or in casual dining settings, it is known for its deep flavors and tender textures, often served with rice or noodles.

When to use 卤味

卤味 is typically used in informal contexts and is often part of street food vocabulary. A common mistake is using it interchangeably with other cooking methods; remember, it specifically refers to the stewing process with soy sauce. Be careful with the tones: 'lǔ' (3rd tone) and 'wèi' (4th tone) must be pronounced correctly to avoid confusion.

卤味 or something close to it

卤菜 (lǔcài) refers specifically to the cooked dishes themselves, whereas 卤味 (lǔwèi) encompasses the broader style and flavor profile of the cuisine.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 卤味 with other cooking methods like 炖 (dùn - stew) or 烤 (kǎo - roast). For example, saying '我喜欢吃烤味' (I like to eat roast flavor) instead of '卤味' would be incorrect.

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