🇨🇳 How to say

“delicious” in Chinese

好吃hǎochī
Illustration of "delicious" in a Chinese cultural setting
In a bright kitchen, a family gathers around a table filled with colorful dishes. They take a bite of a steaming bowl of noodles and smile, saying how delicious the food is.

Usage note

好吃 (hǎochī) is used to describe food that tastes good. It's a common way to compliment meals in Chinese culture, especially when sharing food with friends and family.

Examples

  • 这个蛋糕好吃。

    This cake is delicious.

  • 这道菜很好吃。

    This dish is very tasty.

  • 你做的饭好吃吗？

    Is the food you made delicious?

Quick check

What does "好吃" mean?

  • A. delicious
  • B. small
  • C. big
  • D. (none)

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