canh mực
/kaːnj mɨ̄k/noun★Intermediate— squid soup
informal
A Vietnamese soup made with squid, typically including vegetables, herbs, and a light broth.
Canh mực là món ăn ấm cúng cho mùa đông.
Squid soup is a comforting dish for winter.
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This dish is often served with rice or as part of a multi-course meal.
Collocations
canh mực tômsquid and shrimp soupcanh mực ớtspicy squid soup
Synonyms
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Regional Variations
Some regions add different herbs or spices to the soup.
📖Word Origin
From 'canh' (soup) and 'mực' (squid), reflecting the main ingredients.
📝Usage Notes
This is a common dish in Vietnamese cuisine, often enjoyed for its light yet flavorful broth.
Word Breakdown
canh
soup
rootmực
squid
rootTừ Điển Việt Anh