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March 24, 2026
饔yōng(yong1)
The character 饔 (yōng) refers to prepared or cooked food, specifically in the context of breakfast. It is often used in literary or formal contexts rather than in everyday conversation, where more common terms would be preferred.
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Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, breakfast has been an important meal, often consisting of foods like congee and buns. The concept of 饔 reflects the significance placed on starting one's day with a hearty meal.
Memory Tip
Imagine a chef (the radical 饣, meaning food) preparing a sumptuous breakfast spread. You can picture him saying 'Yum!' as he serves it, linking the sound to the pronunciation 'yōng' and emphasizing the idea of delicious cooked food.
Meanings of 饔
yōng(yong1)
1breakfast; to eat prepared food
2(literary) cooked food
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饔Simplified
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AI Study Notes for 饔
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a chef (the radical 饣, meaning food) preparing a sumptuous breakfast spread. You can picture him saying 'Yum!' as he serves it, linking the sound to the pronunciation 'yōng' and emphasizing the idea of delicious cooked food.
Usage Notes
饔 is a more formal term, so it's rarely used in casual conversation. Avoid confusing it with the more common 饭 (fàn), which means 'rice' or 'meal.' Be mindful of context when using this term to ensure it fits the setting.
HSK Study Tips
While 饔 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects to food-related terms like 饭 (fàn) and 餐 (cān). Students should focus on recognizing this character in written texts, particularly classical literature or formal writings.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, breakfast has been an important meal, often consisting of foods like congee and buns. The concept of 饔 reflects the significance placed on starting one's day with a hearty meal.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 饔 with more commonly used food terms. For example, saying '我吃了饔' (Wǒ chīle yōng) is incorrect for casual contexts; it’s better to say '我吃了早餐' (Wǒ chīle zǎocān) for 'I had breakfast.'
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Cultural Notes for 饔
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In traditional Chinese culture, breakfast has been an important meal, often consisting of foods like congee and buns. The concept of 饔 reflects the significance placed on starting one's day with a hearty meal.
Word Family of 饔
Words Containing This Character1
饔yōngbreakfast
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Frequently Asked Questions about 饔
No, 饔 is more commonly found in literary texts and formal writings.
You might say, '今天早上的饔很好吃' (The breakfast this morning was delicious).
Common synonyms include 早餐 (zǎocān) for breakfast and 饭 (fàn) for meal.
