ròu

meat

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Meaning and Usage

The word (ròu) primarily refers to the flesh of animals used as food, commonly translated as 'meat'. It is a basic and frequently used noun in everyday conversation, especially when discussing food.

Common Collocations

Usage Notes

When using , it usually implies edible meat from animals like cows, pigs, or chickens. It can also be used metaphorically in some contexts, but those are less common for learners. is often paired with specific animal names to specify the type of meat.

Common Confusions

Do not confuse with 蔬菜 (vegetables) or (fish). specifically refers to animal flesh, not seafood or plant-based foods.

例文

我喜欢吃牛肉和猪肉。

Wǒ xǐhuān chī niúròu hé zhūròu.

I like to eat beef and pork.

这家餐厅的肉非常新鲜。

Zhè jiā cāntīng de ròu fēicháng xīnxiān.

The meat at this restaurant is very fresh.

他是个肉食者,几乎不吃蔬菜。

Tā shì gè ròushí zhě, jīhū bù chī shūcài.

He is a meat eater and hardly eats vegetables.