中華料理

chūka ryōri

Chinese cuisine

私は中華料理が大好きです。

I love Chinese cuisine.

formal

Food and dishes originating from China, characterized by a variety of regional styles and ingredients such as soy sauce, rice, noodles, and vegetables.

このレストランでは本格的な中華料理を提供しています。

This restaurant offers authentic Chinese cuisine.

Includes diverse regional cuisines like Sichuan, Cantonese, and Hunan.

Collocations

本格的な中華料理authentic Chinese cuisine中華料理のレシピChinese cuisine recipe

Synonyms

中国料理チャイニーズ・フード

Related Phrases

中華そばphrase

Chinese-style noodles

中華まんphrase

Chinese-style steamed bun

Pro Tip

Regional Variations

Chinese cuisine varies widely by region, with distinct flavors and ingredients.

Gold Rule

Cultural Context

In Japan, '中華料理' may differ from traditional Chinese dishes due to local adaptations.

Word Origin

From Chinese (中 = middle/China) + 和 (harmony/Japan) + 料理 (cooking/food preparation).

Usage Notes

In Japan, '中華料理' often refers to Chinese-style dishes adapted to Japanese tastes, such as ramen or gyoza.

Word Breakdown

中華

China or Chinese

prefix

料理

cooking or food preparation

suffix

和英辞典

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