English–Chinese
“vinegar” in Chinese
Chinese
Pronunciation
Pinyincù
Example
请在沙拉上加点醋。qǐng zài shā lā shàng jiā diǎn cù
Please add a little vinegar to the salad.
How to say “vinegar” in Chinese
“Vinegar” in Chinese is 醋 (cù).
A fermented or oxidized liquid that brings a clean, sharp sourness to food.
Example sentences with 醋
他蘸一点醋吃饺子，看起来很享受。tā zhàn yì diǎn cù chī jiǎo zi kàn qǐ lái hěn xiǎng shòu
He dips his dumplings in a little vinegar and seems to enjoy them.
Tips for using 醋
- Vinegar in Chinese meals is commonly selected by style as well as by sourness, with rice vinegar and black vinegar serving different culinary roles.