食 (shí) - food & to eat
食 · shí
food;
to eat;
meal;
edible substance;
to feed;
provisions
foodto eatmeal
Usage highlights
foodto eatcanteeneating utensilsappetitedining table
Usage & contexts
Examples
- I eat breakfast every morning (吃早餐).
- Chinese cuisine is delicious (中国食物).
- This restaurant serves vegetarian food (素食).
- Food safety is important (食品安全).
Collocations
- food(食物)
- to eat(进食)
- canteen(食堂)
- eating utensils(食具)
- appetite(食欲)
- dining table(餐桌)
Idioms
- To waste food and money(食玉炊桂)
- To eat without tasting(食不知味)
- To bite the hand that feeds you(食碗面反碗底)
- To live off one's past gains(食老本)
- Food is the heaven for the people(民以食为天)
Cultural background
FAQ- One of the most fundamental characters in Chinese culture, reflecting the importance of food and eating.
- Historically associated with sustenance, nourishment, and basic human needs.
- In traditional Chinese medicine, diet is considered crucial for maintaining health and balance.