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好吃
hǎo chī
What does "好吃" mean in English?
delicious这个蛋糕真好吃！
This cake is really delicious!
How to use "好吃" correctly: definitions and examples in English?
informal
Tasty; having a pleasant flavor
妈妈做的饭菜都很好吃。
The dishes Mom cooks are all delicious.
这家餐厅的菜好吃又便宜。
The dishes at this restaurant are delicious and cheap.
Commonly used to describe food. Often paired with '好看' (good-looking) in descriptions of food presentation.
Pro Tip
Contextual Pairing
In food reviews or menus, '好吃' is often paired with '好看' (e.g., '这道菜又好吃又好看') to highlight both taste and presentation.
Gold Rule
Usage with Food Only
'好吃' is exclusively used to describe the taste of food or drinks. Do not use it for other objects or experiences.
Word Origin
好 (hǎo, 'good') + 吃 (chī, 'to eat'). The combination emphasizes the quality of taste.
Usage Notes
Used in spoken and informal written Chinese. Often paired with '好看' (good-looking) to describe food that is both tasty and visually appealing.
Word Breakdown
好
good
root吃
to eat
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