chanh dây

/t͡ɕaːj ɗəj/
noun★Intermediate— passion fruit
informal

A tropical fruit with a hard rind and juicy, seedy interior, known for its sweet-tart flavor.

Chanh dây rất giàu vitamin C.

Passion fruit is very rich in vitamin C.

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Commonly used in juices, desserts, and smoothies.

Collocations

nước chanh dâypassion fruit juicetrái chanh dâypassion fruit

💡Pro Tip

Culinary Use

Passion fruit is commonly used in Vietnamese desserts and beverages.

📖Word Origin

From Vietnamese 'chanh' (citrus) + 'dây' (vine), referring to the vine-like growth of the plant.

📝Usage Notes

Often used in both culinary and botanical contexts. The term 'quýt' is also used interchangeably in some regions.

Word Breakdown

chanh
citrus
root
+
dây
vine
root
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