(wān) - Pea — refers to the pea plant and & commonly used in the word for pea (豌豆).

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wān | 15 strokes | radical:

· wān

Pea — refers to the pea plant and its seeds;

commonly used in the word for pea (豌豆).

Pea — refers to the pea plant andcommonly used in the word for pea (豌豆).

Usage highlights

PeaPea soupPea shootsPea starchPea podGreen pea

Synonyms

  • bean, pea (general term for legumes)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • I like to eat peas (豌豆).
  • Pea soup is nutritious (豌豆汤).
  • She planted peas in the garden (豌豆 plant).
  • This dish uses pea shoots (豌豆苗).

Collocations

  • Pea(豌豆)
  • Pea soup(豌豆汤)
  • Pea shoots(豌豆苗)
  • Pea starch(豌豆淀粉)
  • Pea pod(豌豆荚)
  • Green pea(青豌豆)

Idioms

  • None specifically associated with this character alone

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Peas were introduced to China along the Silk Road and have been cultivated for centuries.
  • In Chinese cuisine, peas are valued for their fresh taste and nutritional value, often used in stir-fries and soups.

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