好吃

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Meaning and Usage

"好吃" (hǎo chī) is a common adjective used to describe food that tastes good or is delicious. It combines "" meaning "good" and "" meaning "to eat," literally meaning "good to eat."

Common Contexts

This word is frequently used in everyday conversation when complimenting food, whether homemade, restaurant dishes, or snacks. It expresses enjoyment and approval of taste.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 好吃 (hǎochī de cài): tasty dishes, used to specify delicious food.
  • 好吃 (zuò de hǎochī): cooked deliciously, often used to praise someone's cooking skills.
  • 好吃 (hǎochī jíle): extremely tasty, an emphatic expression.

Nuances

Using "好吃" conveys a positive, often warm feeling about the food. It is informal and suitable for most situations. Avoid confusing it with "" which is used for drinks.

Common Confusion

Learners sometimes confuse "好吃" with "" which means "to eat well" or "have a good meal." Remember, "好吃" describes the food's taste, while "" focuses on the act of eating well or sufficiently.

Example Sentences

The dishes at this restaurant are especially tasty; everyone likes them a

Mom's cooking is really tasty; I want to eat it every day.

This piece of cake is extremely tasty; you definitely have to try it.

This dish looks simple, but it is actually very tasty.

Is the food you cook tasty? I want to learn how to cook.