nấu chín

/nâw tʃin/
verb phraseBeginner to cook thoroughly
general

To cook food until it is fully done, often by applying heat until it reaches a safe temperature and desired texture.

Mẹ nấu chín cơm trước khi đưa đi học.

Mom cooks the rice thoroughly before sending the kids to school.

Nấu chín thịt bò trước khi làm bánh sandwich.

Cook the beef thoroughly before making sandwiches.

💡

This phrase is commonly used in everyday cooking contexts to ensure food is properly cooked for safety and taste.

Collocations

nấu chín thịtto cook meat thoroughlynấu chín cơmto cook rice thoroughly

Related Phrases

💡Pro Tip

Cooking Safety

In Vietnamese cuisine, 'nấu chín' is crucial for ensuring food is safe, especially for meats and seafood.

Gold Rule

Proper Cooking

Always ensure food is 'nấu chín' to avoid foodborne illnesses.

📖Word Origin

Derived from the Vietnamese verbs 'nấu' (to cook) and 'chín' (to be cooked or ripe), combining to mean 'to cook thoroughly'.

📝Usage Notes

This phrase is essential in Vietnamese cooking to ensure food is safe to eat and properly prepared. It is often used in instructions or recipes.

Word Breakdown

nấu
to cook
root
+
chín
cooked or ripe
root
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