Chinese

jiáo
Meaning: to chew; to masticate
Part of Speech: Verb

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Handwriting

嚼

Example sentences

You should chew your food slowly when eating, as this is beneficial for digestion.
這家餐廳的拉麵非常有嚼勁,湯頭也很濃郁。
这家餐厅的拉面非常有嚼劲,汤头也很浓郁。
This restaurant's ramen is very chewy, and the broth is also very rich.
棒球選手在比賽中喜歡嚼口香糖。
棒球选手在比赛中喜欢嚼口香糖。
Baseball players like to chew gum during the game.

Usage Notes

Refers to grinding food with teeth. Can also be used in idioms like '咬文嚼字' (nitpicking on words).

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