JLPT N3 Intermediate
中華
Chinese food; or ‘Chinese’ as a prefix in compound words
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Other forms
中華料理 chūka ryōri, the full term for "Chinese food"
1 Noun, Prefix
"Chinese" / "Relating to China"
Signifies the cultural, ethnic, or civilizational aspect of China within compound words.
Example
横浜 の 中華街 は 観光客 に 人気 です 。
Yokohama's Chinatown (中華街 - chūkagai) is popular with tourists.
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2 Noun
"Chinese Food"
Serves as a casual abbreviation for Chinese cuisine, particularly dishes adapted to suit Japanese tastes.
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