dưa chua
[zɨə˧˧ t͡ɕuə˧˧]word by word
The English phrase "pickles" is translated into Vietnamese as dưa chua.
dưa chua is a general term used for vegetables that have been preserved in vinegar or brine.
What does it mean word for word?
The term is composed of dưa (melon or cucumber) and chua (sour).
Which one should you use?
While dưa chua is a general term for sour pickles, dưa muối specifically refers to vegetables preserved in a salt brine. The term dưa góp is often used to refer to the small, crunchy pickled vegetable garnishes served alongside meals.
Did you know?
- In some contexts, calling a person chua can be a metaphorical way to describe someone with a sharp or caustic personality.
- Certain regional variations of dưa chua use sugar and rice water to jumpstart the lactic acid fermentation instead of just salt.
- In Vietnamese culture, dưa chua is not just a condiment but a vital digestive aid often served to balance the richness of fatty meats.
Examples in context
- Em ăn dưa giá rất thích.I really enjoy eating bean sprout pickles.
- Tôi muốn ăn dưa chua.I want to eat pickles.
- Món dưa chua này rất ngon.This pickle dish is very delicious.
- Bạn có thêm dưa chua không?Do you have more pickles?
Example conversation
Hùng and Chi are eating lunch at a small restaurant.
- HùngChi ơi, dưa chua có ngon không?Chi, are the pickles tasty?
- ChiCó, dưa chua ở đây rất giòn.Yes, the pickles here are very crunchy.
- HùngVậy tôi sẽ gọi thêm một đĩa dưa chua.Then I will order another plate of pickles.
- ChiĐược, tôi cũng thích ăn dưa chua.Okay, I like eating pickles too.
