Sầu riêng

/sə̂w riə̂ŋ/

noun★Beginner

informal

A large, spiky tropical fruit native to Southeast Asia, known for its strong odor and creamy, sweet flesh.

Sầu riêng có mùi hương rất mạnh, nên nhiều người không thích.

Durian has a very strong smell, so many people don't like it.

💡

The fruit is highly prized in Vietnamese cuisine and is often used in desserts and savory dishes.

Collocations

sầu riêng chínripe duriansầu riêng xanhunripe duriantrái sầu riêngdurian fruit

Synonyms

Related Phrases

ăn sầu riêngphrase

to eat durian

mùi sầu riêngphrase

the smell of durian

💡Pro Tip

Cultural Note

Durian is often called the 'king of fruits' in Southeast Asia, but its strong smell makes it controversial in some places.

📖Word Origin

The name 'sầu riêng' comes from the Vietnamese words 'sầu' (bitter) and 'riêng' (separate), possibly referring to its strong, distinct flavor.

📝Usage Notes

In Vietnam, durian is often eaten fresh or used in traditional sweets like 'chè sầu riêng'. It is also a popular ingredient in Vietnamese desserts and snacks.

Word Breakdown

sầu

bitter

root

riêng

separate

root

Từ Điển Việt Anh