chế biến

/t͡ɕe˧˩˧ ʔɓiən˧˥/
verb★Intermediate— to process or prepare
general

To process, prepare, or transform raw materials or ingredients into finished products, especially in food, manufacturing, or industrial contexts.

Chúng tôi chế biến thịt bò thành các sản phẩm khác nhau.

We process beef into various products.

Nông dân chế biến lúa thành gạo trước khi bán.

Farmers process rice into rice grains before selling.

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Often used in food production, manufacturing, and industrial contexts.

Collocations

chế biến thực phẩmfood processingchế biến công nghiệpindustrial processingchế biến nông sảnagricultural processing

Related Phrases

💡Pro Tip

Industrial vs. Culinary Use

In industrial contexts, 'chế biến' often refers to large-scale processing, while in culinary contexts, it can mean cooking or preparing food.

⚡Gold Rule

Context Matters

The meaning can vary slightly depending on whether it's used in food, manufacturing, or other industries.

📖Word Origin

From 'chế' (to process) + 'biến' (to transform).

📝Usage Notes

Commonly used in technical and industrial contexts, but also in everyday language for food preparation.

Word Breakdown

chế
to process or manage
root
+
biến
to transform or change
root
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