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cà chua
/kaː˧˨ʔ t͡ɕuə˧˧/
tomato
Tôi thích ăn cà chua tươi.
I like eating fresh tomatoes.
general
A round, red fruit commonly used in cooking and salads, scientifically known as Solanum lycopersicum.
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 are rich in vitamin C and lycopene, which are good for health.
In Vietnamese, 'cà chua' refers to the fruit, not the plant itself. The plant is called 'cây cà chua'.
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Common Usage
In Vietnamese, 'cà chua' is commonly used in everyday cooking and is a staple in many dishes.
Gold Rule
Gender-Neutral Term
'Cà chua' is a gender-neutral term and does not change based on the color or ripeness of the tomato.
Word Origin
The term 'cà chua' is derived from the Malay word 'tomato', which was introduced to Vietnam through trade and colonial influence.
Usage Notes
In Vietnamese cuisine, tomatoes are often used in soups, salads, and as a garnish. The term 'cà chua' is gender-neutral and refers to the fruit regardless of its color.
Word Breakdown
cà
a general term for certain fruits or vegetables
rootchua
sour
rootTừ Điển Việt Anh