to soak (fruits) in hot water or limewater to remove astringent taste
unknown, 14 strokes, radical 氵, Very Hard
漤
lǎn
to marinate in salt etc
unknown, 14 strokes, radical 氵, Very Hard
漤
lǎn
to pickle
unknown, 14 strokes, radical 氵, Very Hard
lǎn(lan3) T3
1to marinate in salt
2to soak (fruits) in hot water or limewater to remove astringent taste
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March 24, 2026
漤lǎn(lan3)
The character 漤 (lǎn) refers to the process of marinating or soaking food in a solution, particularly salt or limewater. This technique is often used to enhance flavor or remove undesirable tastes from fruits, making it a common practice in Chinese cooking. It is significant for preserving food and preparing ingredients for various dishes.
Strokes14Radical氵Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese cuisine, the practice of marinating and pickling is deeply rooted in tradition, often linked to regional flavors and seasonal preservation methods. Many traditional dishes rely on these techniques to enhance taste and texture.
Memory Tip
Imagine a large pot of fruit being soaked in a salty bath, like a spa day for food! The left part '氵' represents water, and the right part '冗' suggests excess, helping you remember that this character involves soaking or marinating in liquid.
Meanings of 漤
lǎn(lan3)
1to marinate in salt
2to soak (fruits) in hot water or limewater to remove astringent taste
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About 漤
漤Simplified
14Strokes
氵Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a large pot of fruit being soaked in a salty bath, like a spa day for food! The left part '氵' represents water, and the right part '冗' suggests excess, helping you remember that this character involves soaking or marinating in liquid.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 漤 with similar characters related to cooking methods. It is used in both formal and informal contexts, typically in recipes or culinary discussions. Be mindful of the tone; 'lǎn' should be pronounced with a falling tone to avoid confusion with other words.
HSK Study Tips
While 漤 is not included in the HSK levels, it relates to cooking vocabulary, which is essential for learners interested in food and culinary arts. Students should focus on related terms like 腌 (yān, to pickle) and 泡 (pào, to soak) to build a broader culinary lexicon.
Cultural Note
In Chinese cuisine, the practice of marinating and pickling is deeply rooted in tradition, often linked to regional flavors and seasonal preservation methods. Many traditional dishes rely on these techniques to enhance taste and texture.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse 漤 with similar cooking terms like 腌 (yān), which means to pickle. For example, saying '我想腌这个水果' (I want to 漤 this fruit) is incorrect; it should be '我想漤这个水果' to accurately use the term.
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Cultural Notes for 漤
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese cuisine, the practice of marinating and pickling is deeply rooted in tradition, often linked to regional flavors and seasonal preservation methods. Many traditional dishes rely on these techniques to enhance taste and texture.
Word Family of 漤
Words Containing This Character1
漤lǎnto pickle
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Frequently Asked Questions about 漤
Typically, fruits and vegetables are soaked using this method to enhance their flavors or to make them more palatable.
Yes, it is still a relevant technique in both traditional and contemporary Chinese cooking.
While 漤 specifically refers to soaking in salt or limewater, 腌 generally refers to pickling or marinating in a broader sense.
