unknown, 10 strokes, radical ⺼, rank #74065, Very Hard
kuài(kuai4) T4
1minced meat, minced fish
2chopped meat or fish
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March 24, 2026
脍(膾)kuài(kuai4)
The character 脍 (kuài) refers to minced meat or fish, often used in culinary contexts. It denotes food that has been finely chopped, and is commonly associated with specific dishes in Chinese cuisine, highlighting the preparation method rather than the ingredients themselves.
Strokes10Radical⺼Frequency#74065DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese cuisine, the preparation of minced meat is essential for dishes like dumplings and various stir-fries, reflecting the importance of texture in food presentation and enjoyment.
Memory Tip
Imagine a chef preparing a dish with meat that is so finely minced that it looks like tiny, delicate pieces. The character 脍 resembles a knife (the radical '肉' for meat on the left) cutting through meat to create these tiny pieces, helping you remember that it means minced meat.
Meanings of 脍
kuài(kuai4)
1minced meat, minced fish
2chopped meat or fish
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About 脍
脍Simplified
膾Traditional
10Strokes
⺼Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
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Quick Contrast
肉 (ròu) refers to meat in general, while 脍 (kuài) specifically denotes minced meat or fish.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a chef preparing a dish with meat that is so finely minced that it looks like tiny, delicate pieces. The character 脍 resembles a knife (the radical '肉' for meat on the left) cutting through meat to create these tiny pieces, helping you remember that it means minced meat.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 脍 with other meat-related terms like 肉 (ròu), which simply means meat. This term is typically used in more formal culinary discussions or recipes rather than casual conversation, so choose your context wisely.
HSK Study Tips
Though 脍 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects to other food-related terms that might appear in HSK levels 3 and 4, such as 食物 (shíwù, food) and 菜 (cài, dish). Focus on recognizing it in recipes or when discussing food preparation.
Cultural Note
In Chinese cuisine, the preparation of minced meat is essential for dishes like dumplings and various stir-fries, reflecting the importance of texture in food presentation and enjoyment.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 脍 with 剁 (duò) which means to chop but does not specify the fineness. For example, saying '我喜欢剁肉' (I like to chop meat) instead of '我喜欢脍肉' (I like minced meat) changes the meaning significantly.
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Cultural Notes for 脍
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese cuisine, the preparation of minced meat is essential for dishes like dumplings and various stir-fries, reflecting the importance of texture in food presentation and enjoyment.
Word Family of 脍
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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Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 脍
It is often used to describe dishes that feature finely minced meat or fish, such as in dumpling filling or certain sauces.
While it simply means minced, the technique often involves chopping the meat or fish finely to achieve a certain texture.
Yes, you can use the term 剁碎 (duò suì), which means 'chopped' or 'minced' more generally.
