noun HSK 4
spring roll · egg roll
Meaning
A spring roll is a traditional Chinese food consisting of various fillings wrapped in a thin pastry skin and usually deep-fried until crispy. The name literally means 'spring roll' because it was originally eaten during the Spring Festival (Chinese New Year) to welcome the new season.
Usage
春卷 is a common dish in Chinese cuisine, especially popular during Spring Festival celebrations. It can be served as an appetizer or snack. In restaurants, you'll often see it on dim sum menus or as part of a banquet meal. Fillings typically include vegetables, meat, or seafood.
Examples
- 01过年的时候，我们家总是做春卷吃。, .During the New Year, our family always makes spring rolls to eat.
- 02这家餐厅的春卷又香又脆，很好吃。, .The spring rolls at this restaurant are fragrant and crispy, very delicious.
Characters
Measure words
- 个三个春卷
- 盘一盘春卷
- 份两份春卷
Common collocations
- 炸春卷fried spring roll
- 一盘春卷a plate of spring rolls
- 吃春卷to eat spring rolls
Origin
The name derives from the tradition of eating these rolls during the Spring Festival. The cylindrical shape symbolizes gold bars, representing wishes for prosperity in the coming year.