rau sa

/râw saː/
noun★Beginner
informal

lettuce

Tôi thích ăn rau sa trong bánh mì.

I like eating lettuce in my sandwich.

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Commonly used in Vietnamese cuisine, especially in salads and sandwiches.

Collocations

rau sa tươifresh lettucebánh mì rau salettuce sandwich

Synonyms

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Culinary Use

Rau sa is often used fresh in Vietnamese dishes to add crunch and freshness.

📖Word Origin

Derived from the Vietnamese words 'rau' (vegetable) and 'sa' (a type of lettuce).

📝Usage Notes

Rau sa is a staple in Vietnamese salads and sandwiches, often paired with herbs and meats.

Word Breakdown

rau
vegetable
root
+
sa
a type of lettuce
root
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