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gừng
/ɣɨŋ˧˦/
ginger
Món canh này cần có gừng để tăng hương vị.
This soup needs ginger to enhance the flavor.
general
The rhizome of a plant used as a spice or medicine, typically having a hot, pungent taste.
Gừng tươi có nhiều lợi ích cho sức khỏe.
Fresh ginger has many health benefits.
Bà nội hay nấu canh gà nấu với gừng.
Grandma often cooks chicken soup with ginger.
Commonly used in Vietnamese cuisine for both culinary and medicinal purposes.
Pro Tip
Storage tip
Store fresh ginger in the refrigerator or freezer to keep it fresh longer. You can grate or slice it directly from frozen.
Word Origin
From Proto-Vietic *kɔːŋʔ (compare Muong kɔːŋ), ultimately from Proto-Mon-Khmer *kɔːŋʔ (compare Khmer កុង្គ kóng).
Usage Notes
Gừng is widely used in both sweet and savory dishes in Vietnamese cuisine. It is also used in traditional medicine to aid digestion and reduce nausea.
Từ Điển Việt Anh