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nước mắm

/nɯək mâm/
noun★Beginner— fish sauce
formal

A traditional Vietnamese condiment made from fermented fish, salt, and water, used as a seasoning in cooking and dipping sauce.

Nước mắm là thành phần chính trong món phở.

Fish sauce is a key ingredient in pho.

Chúng ta thường dùng nước mắm với rau sống.

We usually use fish sauce with fresh herbs.

💡

Fish sauce is a staple in Vietnamese cuisine and is also used in other Southeast Asian countries.

Collocations

nước mắm ngondelicious fish saucenước mắm phamixed fish sauce (with water and lime)nước mắm đặcthick fish sauce

Synonyms

xì dầunước tôm

Related Phrases

nước mắm phaphrase
mixed fish sauce (with water and lime)
nước mắm đặcphrase
thick fish sauce

💡Pro Tip

Storage

Fish sauce should be stored in a cool, dark place to preserve its flavor and quality.

⚡Gold Rule

Quality

High-quality fish sauce is typically darker in color and has a balanced salty and umami flavor.

📖Word Origin

The term 'nước mắm' literally means 'fish water' in Vietnamese, referring to the liquid extracted from fermented fish.

📝Usage Notes

Fish sauce is used in various dishes, including soups, noodles, and grilled meats. It is also a common dipping sauce.

Word Breakdown

nước
water
root
+
mắm
fermented fish
root
Từ Điển Việt Anh

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