cà chua
/kaː t͡ɕuə/A red, round fruit that is commonly used in salads, sauces, and cooking. It is scientifically known as Solanum lycopersicum and is often considered a vegetable in culinary contexts.
Cà chua là một thành phần quan trọng trong món salad.
Tomatoes are an important ingredient in salads.
Cà chua có nhiều vitamin C và lycopene tốt cho sức khỏe.
Tomatoes contain a lot of vitamin C and lycopene, which are good for health.
In Vietnamese cuisine, tomatoes are often used in soups, stews, and fresh dishes.
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Culinary Use
Tomatoes are versatile and can be used in a variety of dishes, from fresh salads to cooked sauces.
📖Word Origin
The word 'cà chua' is derived from the Vietnamese adaptation of the Spanish word 'tomate,' which itself comes from the Nahuatl word 'tomatl.'
📝Usage Notes
In Vietnamese, 'cà chua' is a common word for tomatoes, and it is often used in both formal and informal contexts. The word can refer to both the raw fruit and the cooked vegetable.