坚果 (jiānguǒ) refers to nuts, specifically hard-shelled fruits that are often edible. Commonly used in cooking, snacking, and health discussions, these include varieties like almonds, walnuts, and hazelnuts. They are valued for their nutritional benefits, including healthy fats, proteins, and vitamins.
HSK 7, 16 strokes, Hard
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May 27, 2026
坚果jiānguǒ(jian1guo3)
坚果 (jiānguǒ) refers to nuts, specifically hard-shelled fruits that are often edible. Commonly used in cooking, snacking, and health discussions, these include varieties like almonds, walnuts, and hazelnuts. They are valued for their nutritional benefits, including healthy fats, proteins, and vitamins.
Strokes16Frequency#—DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, nuts are often associated with health and longevity, making them popular gifts during festivals and celebrations, symbolizing prosperity and well-being.
Memory Tip
Imagine a giant nutcracker (坚 - 'hard') cracking open a tough shell to reveal a delicious nut (果 - 'fruit'). Picture yourself enjoying a variety of nuts on a cozy evening, highlighting their hard exterior yet delightful interior, which mirrors the character's meaning.
About 坚果
坚果Simplified
16Strokes
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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Quick Contrast
花生 (huāshēng) vs 坚果 (jiānguǒ): 花生 refers specifically to peanuts, which are legumes, while 坚果 encompasses a broader category of hard-shelled nuts.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a giant nutcracker (坚 - 'hard') cracking open a tough shell to reveal a delicious nut (果 - 'fruit'). Picture yourself enjoying a variety of nuts on a cozy evening, highlighting their hard exterior yet delightful interior, which mirrors the character's meaning.
Usage Notes
Be cautious with the pronunciation, especially the tone, as mispronouncing '坚' could change the meaning entirely. In formal contexts, you may encounter this word in health articles or culinary discussions, but it's also suitable for casual conversations about snacks.
HSK Study Tips
At HSK level 7, students should focus on expanding their vocabulary around food and nutrition. Understanding 坚果 can lead to discussions about healthy eating and dietary preferences, connecting with other HSK 7 food-related terms like 水果 (fruit) and 蔬菜 (vegetables).
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, nuts are often associated with health and longevity, making them popular gifts during festivals and celebrations, symbolizing prosperity and well-being.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 坚果 with other similar terms like 干果 (dried fruit), leading to misunderstandings about the types of snacks being referred to. For example, saying '我喜欢干果' (I like nuts) when they mean 坚果 is incorrect; the correct phrase should be '我喜欢坚果'.
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Cultural Notes for 坚果
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In Chinese culture, nuts are often associated with health and longevity, making them popular gifts during festivals and celebrations, symbolizing prosperity and well-being.
Frequently Asked Questions about 坚果
Common examples include almonds, walnuts, cashews, and hazelnuts.
Yes, nuts are often incorporated in various dishes, such as desserts, congee, or as toppings for salads.
While 坚果 generally refers to hard-shelled edible seeds, in English, 'nuts' can include softer varieties like peanuts, which are technically legumes.
