笊 (zhào) - A bamboo wicker utensil used for scooping or

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A bamboo wicker utensil used for scooping or straining, typically referring to a bamboo strainer or skimmer used in cooking.

A bamboo wicker utensil used for scooping or

Usage highlights

Bamboo strainerBamboo skimmerWicker scoopBamboo draining basketNoodle strainerFried food skimmer

Synonyms

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • Use a bamboo strainer to scoop up the dumplings (用笊篱捞饺子).
  • The chef used a bamboo skimmer to remove the fried dough (厨师用笊篱捞出油条).
  • Traditional bamboo strainers are still used in some kitchens (传统笊篱仍在一些厨房使用).
  • The bamboo wicker basket is perfect for draining noodles (笊篱非常适合沥干面条).

Collocations

  • Bamboo strainer(笊篱)
  • Bamboo skimmer(笊篱)
  • Wicker scoop(笊)
  • Bamboo draining basket(笊篮)
  • Noodle strainer(面笊)
  • Fried food skimmer(油炸笊)

Idioms

  • Like using a bamboo strainer to bail water(竹篮打水一场空)
  • Bamboo strainer scoops the moon(笊篱捞月)
  • Wicker basket holds sand(笊篱盛沙)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Traditionally made from bamboo, reflecting China's long history of bamboo craftsmanship.
  • Commonly used in traditional Chinese cooking for straining, skimming, and draining various foods.
  • Represents practical folk wisdom and simple, effective kitchen tools from ancient times.

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