蠔 (háo) - Oyster — a type of mollusk with a

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Oyster — a type of mollusk with a hard shell, often harvested for food and pearls.

Oyster — a type of mollusk with a

Usage highlights

Fresh oysterOyster sauceOyster farmOyster shellFried oysterOyster mushroom

Synonyms

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • We ate fresh oysters (生蠔) at the seaside restaurant.
  • Oyster sauce (蠔油) is a popular condiment in Cantonese cuisine.
  • The oyster farm (蠔場) produces high-quality pearls.
  • Fried oysters (炸蠔) are a delicious snack.

Collocations

  • Fresh oyster(生蠔)
  • Oyster sauce(蠔油)
  • Oyster farm(蠔場)
  • Oyster shell(蠔殼)
  • Fried oyster(炸蠔)
  • Oyster mushroom(蠔菇)

Idioms

  • As close as an oyster(緊如蠔殼)
  • Pearl from an oyster(蠔中珍珠)
  • Rich as an oyster bed(富如蠔田)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Oysters are a significant part of coastal cuisine in southern China, especially in Guangdong and Fujian provinces.
  • Oyster farming has a long history in China, contributing to both the economy and local diets.
  • In Chinese culture, oysters symbolize wealth and abundance due to their association with pearls.

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