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莲子 (lián zǐ): lotus seed

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HSK 7noun

Word info

Pinyin
Meaning
lotus seed
Characters
2
Part of speech
noun
HSK level
HSK 7

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  • lotus seed

Chinese explanation

  • 莲花的种子,长在莲蓬里,呈椭圆形,可以食用,也常用来做中药或煮汤煮粥。莲子里有一根绿色的胚芽,叫莲子心,味道很苦,但可以清火。

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HSK 3

noun suffix

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Example sentences

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Mom put some lotus seeds and red dates in the porridge, saying that eating this way is good for your health.

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Every summer, after the lotus flowers in the pond fade, many lotus seeds grow.

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Grandma put the dried lotus seeds in a glass jar, ready to use when making soup in winter.

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This dessert has fresh lotus seeds added, and it tastes fragrant and sweet, very popular.

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