🇨🇳 How to say

“food” in Chinese

食物shíwù
Illustration of "food" in a Chinese cultural setting
A vibrant farmer's market stall overflowing with fresh fruits, vegetables, and baked goods, with shoppers browsing the colorful displays of nourishing items.

Usage note

食物 is a general term for all types of food and is used in both formal and casual contexts, similar to how 'food' is used in English.

Examples

  • 我喜欢吃健康的食物。

    I like to eat healthy food.

  • 这个超市有很多食物。

    This supermarket has a lot of food.

  • 我们买一些食物吧。

    Let's buy some food.

Quick check

What does "食物" mean?

  • A. food
  • B. room
  • C. station
  • D. o'clock

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