Chinese

cuì
Meaning: crisp; brittle; fragile
Part of Speech: Adjective

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Example sentences

這種梨又甜又脆。
这种梨又甜又脆。
This kind of pear is both sweet and crisp.
這家的鳳梨酥非常酥脆,很好吃。
This store's pineapple cakes are very flaky and crispy; they are delicious.
這種蕹菜吃起來非常脆嫩,是夏季常見的時令蔬菜。
This kind of water spinach tastes very crisp and tender, and it is a common seasonal vegetable in summer.

Usage Notes

Describes food that is crunchy, or materials that break easily.

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