饺
jiǎo · dumpling💡 How to pronounce
j → like the 'j' in 'jeep'. iǎo → like 'yow' with a falling-rising tone.
📖 The Story
饺 combines 'food' (饣) and 'exchange' (交) — dumplings are made by exchanging filling between two pieces of dough. They are a symbol of reunion and family togetherness.
🎬 In Culture Today
Dumplings are the most festive food in Chinese culture — they are eaten during Chinese New Year, when families gather to make them together. They're often served with vinegar (醋).
📚 Words
📝 Example Sentences
中国人过年吃饺子。
Chinese people eat dumplings during New Year.
饺子很好吃。
Dumplings are delicious.