noun HSK 4
strawberry
Meaning
草莓 refers to the strawberry fruit. It's a common fruit in China and is enjoyed fresh, in desserts, or as a flavoring. The word literally combines 'grass' (草) and 'berry' (莓), reflecting the plant's low-growing nature.
Usage
草莓 is used in everyday conversation when talking about the fruit itself, strawberry-flavored foods, or strawberry picking activities. It's commonly seen on menus, in supermarkets, and in casual discussion about food preferences. Native speakers often talk about 草莓季节 (strawberry season) in spring.
Examples
- 01我最喜欢吃草莓了，又甜又好吃。, .I love eating strawberries the most; they're sweet and delicious.
- 02周末我们去农场摘草莓吧。.Let's go strawberry picking at the farm this weekend.
Characters
Measure words
- 颗一颗草莓
- 个几个草莓
- 斤两斤草莓
Common collocations
- 草莓味strawberry flavor
- 草莓蛋糕strawberry cake
- 摘草莓to pick strawberries
- 新鲜草莓fresh strawberries
Origin
The word combines 草 (grass) and 莓 (berry), describing the strawberry plant's characteristic of growing close to the ground like grass. This descriptive naming pattern is common in Chinese for fruits and plants.