món ăn đặc trưng

/món ʔân ɗa̰k tʂɨəŋ/
phrase★Intermediate— signature dish
informal

A distinctive or representative dish that is characteristic of a particular region, culture, or cuisine.

Món ăn đặc trưng của miền Nam là bánh xèo.

The signature dish of the southern region is bánh xèo.

Cơm tấm là món ăn đặc trưng của Sài Gòn.

Com tam is the signature dish of Saigon.

💡

This phrase is commonly used to describe iconic or traditional dishes that represent a place or culture.

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💡Pro Tip

Cultural Context

When referring to a signature dish, it's often tied to a specific region or cultural identity.

📖Word Origin

The phrase is composed of 'món ăn' (food/dish) and 'đặc trưng' (characteristic/distinctive), combining to describe a dish that is uniquely representative.

📝Usage Notes

This phrase is often used in culinary contexts, travel guides, and cultural discussions to highlight iconic dishes.

Word Breakdown

món ăn
food/dish
root
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đặc trưng
characteristic/distinctive
root
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