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比较好吃
bǐjiào hǎochī
quite tasty
这家餐厅的菜比较好吃。
The food at this restaurant is quite tasty.
informal
Describes food that is relatively tasty or delicious, often used to express moderate satisfaction with the flavor of a dish.
这家新开的面馆的面条比较好吃，值得一试。
The noodles at this new noodle shop are quite tasty and worth trying.
虽然价格不便宜，但味道比较好吃。
Though it's not cheap, the taste is quite good.
This phrase is commonly used in everyday conversations to describe food that is enjoyable to eat, though not necessarily outstanding.
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Modesty in Compliments
Chinese culture often values modesty, so '比较好吃' is a polite way to compliment food without sounding overly enthusiastic.
Gold Rule
Context Matters
This phrase is best used in casual settings when discussing food. Avoid using it in formal or professional contexts.
Word Origin
Combination of '比较' (relatively) and '好吃' (tasty), forming a common evaluative phrase for food.
Usage Notes
This phrase is often used when the speaker finds the food enjoyable but does not want to overpraise it. It is a polite and modest way to express satisfaction with food.
Word Breakdown
比较
relatively
adverb好吃
tasty
adjective汉英词典