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March 24, 2026
佳肴(佳餚)jiāyáo(jia1yao2)
佳肴 refers to fine or exquisite food, often used in contexts involving gourmet dishes or high-quality meals. It conveys a sense of culinary excellence and is typically used in formal or celebratory occasions, such as banquets or special gatherings.
Strokes16Frequency#23583DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, sharing 佳肴 during gatherings symbolizes hospitality and respect for guests, reflecting the importance placed on food in social interactions. Celebratory meals often feature a variety of 佳肴 to showcase culinary skills and abundance.
Memory Tip
Imagine a chef preparing a feast where every dish is a masterpiece. The character 佳 (jia) looks like a person holding a plate of food, indicating 'good' or 'fine,' while 肴 (yao) suggests the idea of food. Together, they evoke the image of a table laden with delicious delicacies.
Meanings of 佳肴
jiāyáo(jia1yao2)
1fine food
2delicacies
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About 佳肴
佳肴Simplified
佳餚Traditional
16Strokes
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#23583Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7HSKKL3CEFRC1
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美食 (měishí) - use 佳肴 for gourmet or exquisite dining experiences, whereas 美食 refers more generally to delicious food.
Usage Notes
佳肴 is a formal term, so it’s often found in written Chinese or formal speeches rather than casual conversations. Common collocations include 佳肴美味 ('delicious delicacies') and 享用佳肴 ('enjoy fine food'). Be cautious with tones to avoid confusion with similar-sounding words.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 6 word, 佳肴 connects to themes of food and culture. At this level, students should focus on using it in descriptive contexts and recognize its formal tone. It’s beneficial to learn related vocabulary about dining and culinary arts.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 佳肴 with common food terms like 食物 (food) or 菜 (dishes). For example, saying '这是佳肴的食物' (This is food of delicacies) is incorrect; it should be '这是佳肴' (This is a delicacy).
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佳肴 refers to fine or exquisite food, often used in contexts involving gourmet dishes or high-quality meals. It conveys a sense of culinary excellence and is typically used in formal or celebratory occasions, such as banquets or special gatherings.
When to use 佳肴
佳肴 is a formal term, so it’s often found in written Chinese or formal speeches rather than casual conversations. Common collocations include 佳肴美味 ('delicious delicacies') and 享用佳肴 ('enjoy fine food'). Be cautious with tones to avoid confusion with similar-sounding words.
佳肴 or something close to it
美食 (měishí) - use 佳肴 for gourmet or exquisite dining experiences, whereas 美食 refers more generally to delicious food.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 佳肴 with common food terms like 食物 (food) or 菜 (dishes). For example, saying '这是佳肴的食物' (This is food of delicacies) is incorrect; it should be '这是佳肴' (This is a delicacy).
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Grammar Patterns of 佳肴
佳肴 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 3 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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晚饭就着鲜脆的色拉尝尝这道____。
Try this tasty dish for supper with a crispy salad.
