🇨🇳 How to say

“soup” in Chinese

汤tāng
Illustration of "soup" in a Chinese cultural setting
A person holds a warm ceramic bowl filled with clear broth, chopped green onions, and tender noodles. Steam rises gently from the surface, suggesting a comforting homemade meal on a cool day.

Usage note

汤 refers to any kind of soup, from light broths to hearty stews. In China, soup is often served as part of a family meal and is believed to be good for health.

Examples

  • 我喜欢喝汤。

    I like to drink soup.

  • 这汤很热。

    This soup is very hot.

  • 妈妈做了鸡汤。

    Mom made chicken soup.

Quick check

What does "汤" mean?

  • A. soup
  • B. ear
  • C. airplane
  • D. egg

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