You want to talk about cooking? In Chinese, one useful verb is 烹煮 (pēng zhǔ). This word means "to cook" in a general sense. You can use it for many different ways of cooking, like boiling, frying, or steaming. It's a good, all-around word for food preparation.
When you want to express the general act of cooking in Chinese, the most versatile word is 烹煮 (pēng zhǔ). This term is broad and can be used for various cooking methods, from boiling to frying. Think of it as the equivalent of "to cook" in English, applicable in many situations. It's a great go-to word when you're not specifying a particular cooking technique. While there are more specific verbs for different methods, 烹煮 is perfect when you just mean to prepare food with heat.
When we talk about cooking in Chinese, one general and useful verb to know is 烹煮 (pēng zhǔ). This term can be used for various cooking methods, from boiling to frying, making it quite versatile. It literally combines 'to cook by boiling/stewing' (烹) and 'to boil/cook' (煮), emphasizing the heat involved in preparing food. If you're looking for a straightforward way to say 'to cook' without specifying a method, 烹煮 is a great choice.
§ What does it mean and when do people use it?
Let's break down 烹煮 (pēng zhǔ). It's a verb that simply means 'to cook'. Think of it as a general term for preparing food with heat. You'll hear it in many contexts, from talking about cooking a meal at home to discussing culinary techniques in a restaurant.
- Definition
- To cook (general term).
While English has many words for cooking – bake, fry, boil, roast – 烹煮 (pēng zhǔ) acts as an umbrella term in Chinese. It's useful when you want to convey the action of cooking without specifying the exact method. For example, if you're asked, 'What are you doing?' and you're preparing food, you could say '我在烹煮晚餐' (Wǒ zài pēng zhǔ wǎncān), meaning 'I am cooking dinner.'
我喜歡週末在家烹煮美食。
Hint: Wǒ xǐhuān zhōumò zài jiā pēng zhǔ měishí. (I like to cook delicious food at home on weekends.)
You'll often see 烹煮 (pēng zhǔ) in more formal or written contexts, like cookbooks, recipes, or news articles about food. In everyday conversations, Chinese speakers might use more specific verbs depending on the cooking method, or even just '做饭' (zuò fàn) which also means 'to cook' or 'to make a meal'. However, 烹煮 (pēng zhǔ) is always correct and understood.
這道菜需要長時間的烹煮才能入味。
Hint: Zhè dào cài xūyào cháng shíjiān de pēng zhǔ cáinéng rùwèi. (This dish requires long cooking to absorb the flavor.)
Here are some common situations where 烹煮 (pēng zhǔ) fits perfectly:
- Talking about the general act of preparing food with heat.
- Referring to the cooking process in recipes or instructions.
- Discussing culinary arts or food preparation in a more formal sense.
- When you want to emphasize the 'cooking' aspect rather than the specific dish.
Remember, while there are more specific verbs for different cooking methods (like 炒 (chǎo) for stir-frying or 蒸 (zhēng) for steaming), 烹煮 (pēng zhǔ) is a safe and correct choice when you need a general term. It's a useful word to have in your vocabulary as it covers a wide range of cooking activities.
她花了很多時間學習如何烹煮中國菜。
Hint: Tā huāle hěnduō shíjiān xuéxí rúhé pēng zhǔ zhōngguó cài. (She spent a lot of time learning how to cook Chinese dishes.)
So, when in doubt about which specific cooking verb to use, 烹煮 (pēng zhǔ) is a solid general option. It communicates the core idea of 'cooking' clearly and effectively. Keep practicing with examples, and you'll get comfortable using it in no time.
Alright, so we've talked about what 烹煮 (pēng zhǔ) means – 'to cook' in a general sense. Now let's get into where you'll actually hear this word. Knowing this will help you understand and use it naturally, whether you're at work, school, or just keeping up with the news.
§ In Professional Settings (Work)
In a professional context, especially in the food industry, you'll hear 烹煮 quite a lot. It's a formal and clear way to talk about the cooking process. Think about chefs, restaurant managers, or food scientists.
- DEFINITION
- When discussing cooking techniques, food preparation, or even food safety regulations, 烹煮 is the go-to word.
大厨正在烹煮今日特餐。
Here, it means: 'The head chef is cooking today's special.'
请确保所有食材都经过充分烹煮，以保证食品安全。
This translates to: 'Please ensure all ingredients are thoroughly cooked to guarantee food safety.'
§ In Educational Environments (School)
In schools, especially in home economics classes, culinary arts programs, or even science experiments involving food, 烹煮 is common. It's often used when teaching about cooking methods or discussing chemical changes during food preparation.
- DEFINITION
- You'll find 烹煮 in textbooks, lesson plans, and instructions for culinary tasks.
本次实验我们将学习如何正确烹煮不同类型的蔬菜。
This means: 'In this experiment, we will learn how to properly cook different types of vegetables.'
学生们在课堂上学习了多种传统菜肴的烹煮方法。
Translation: 'Students learned various traditional dish cooking methods in class.'
§ In News and Media
When reading news articles or watching documentaries about food, culture, or health, 烹煮 is frequently used. It provides a formal tone to the discussion of culinary topics.
Food News: You'll see it in articles reporting on new culinary trends, restaurant reviews, or debates about food preparation techniques.
Health Reports: When discussing how different cooking methods affect nutritional value, 烹煮 is the appropriate term.
Cultural Features: When describing traditional food preparation in a cultural context.
研究表明，不同的烹煮方式会影响食物的营养成分。
This means: 'Research indicates that different cooking methods affect the nutritional content of food.'
这部纪录片介绍了世界各地独特的烹煮传统。
Translation: 'This documentary introduces unique cooking traditions from around the world.'
So, there you have it. 烹煮 isn't just a word; it's a versatile term that fits into many formal and semi-formal conversations about food and its preparation. Keep an ear out for it, and you'll start noticing it everywhere!
§ Similar words and when to use this one vs alternatives
Okay, let's talk about how 烹煮 (pēng zhǔ) fits in with other cooking terms. While 烹煮 is a general term for 'to cook', Chinese has many specific verbs for different cooking methods. Knowing these will make your Chinese sound much more natural.
- 烹煮 (pēng zhǔ)
- This is your all-rounder. Use it when you're talking about cooking in a general sense, without specifying the method, or when the method doesn't really matter to the context.
妈妈正在厨房烹煮晚餐。
Translation hint: Mom is currently [cooking] dinner in the kitchen.
- 煮 (zhǔ)
- This is commonly used for 'to boil' or 'to cook in liquid'. Think boiling water, cooking noodles, or making soup.
我喜欢煮面条吃。
Translation hint: I like to [boil] noodles to eat.
- 炒 (chǎo)
- This means 'to stir-fry'. It's a very common cooking method in Chinese cuisine. You'll hear this a lot.
他正在炒饭。
Translation hint: He is currently [stir-frying] rice.
- 蒸 (zhēng)
- This means 'to steam'. Think steamed buns (包子 bāozi) or steamed fish.
我想蒸鱼吃。
Translation hint: I want to [steam] fish to eat.
- 烤 (kǎo)
- This means 'to roast' or 'to grill' or 'to bake'. If you're talking about barbecue or baking a cake, this is the word.
我们周末去烤肉吧！
Translation hint: Let's go [barbecue/roast] meat on the weekend!
- 煎 (jiān)
- This means 'to pan-fry' or 'to shallow-fry'. Think frying an egg or dumplings.
他喜欢煎鸡蛋。
Translation hint: He likes to [pan-fry] eggs.
Here's a quick summary of when to use which:
- Use 烹煮 (pēng zhǔ) when you're talking about cooking generally, or if the specific method isn't important.
- Use 煮 (zhǔ) for boiling or cooking in liquid.
- Use 炒 (chǎo) for stir-frying.
- Use 蒸 (zhēng) for steaming.
- Use 烤 (kǎo) for roasting, grilling, or baking.
- Use 煎 (jiān) for pan-frying.
The key is context. What kind of food are you talking about? What cooking action is happening? Once you get a feel for these, you'll be choosing the right verb every time.
Fun Fact
Many Chinese cooking terms are descriptive combinations of simpler characters, reflecting the practical and ancient origins of culinary techniques. '烹煮' is a good example of this, where two characters with similar meanings reinforce the general concept.
Difficulty Rating
Short word, common characters.
Common characters, relatively simple strokes.
Pronunciation is straightforward.
Clear pronunciation, easy to distinguish.
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妈妈喜欢烹煮。
Mom likes to cook.
他会烹煮。
He can cook.
我不会烹煮。
I cannot cook.
你想烹煮吗？
Do you want to cook?
我们一起烹煮。
We cook together.
她不喜欢烹煮饭菜。
She doesn't like to cook meals.
弟弟喜欢烹煮面条。
Younger brother likes to cook noodles.
爸爸正在烹煮。
Dad is cooking.
妈妈喜欢在厨房烹煮美味的食物。
Mom likes to cook delicious food in the kitchen.
我正在学习如何烹煮一道中国菜。
I am learning how to cook a Chinese dish.
他每天晚上都会为家人烹煮晚餐。
He cooks dinner for his family every night.
烹煮前请先洗净蔬菜。
Please wash the vegetables before cooking.
这道菜烹煮起来很简单。
This dish is easy to cook.
我们需要更多的时间来烹煮这顿饭。
We need more time to cook this meal.
她喜欢在周末烹煮各种甜点。
She likes to cook various desserts on weekends.
烹煮时要注意火候。
Pay attention to the heat when cooking.
我喜欢在周末烹煮美味的晚餐。
I like to cook delicious dinners on weekends.
这本书教你如何烹煮各种中式菜肴。
This book teaches you how to cook various Chinese dishes.
她正在厨房里烹煮一顿大餐。
She is cooking a big meal in the kitchen.
烹煮时间大概需要一个小时。
The cooking time will take about an hour.
他从小就对烹煮食物很感兴趣。
He has been interested in cooking food since he was a child.
我们计划今晚在家里烹煮火锅。
We plan to cook hot pot at home tonight.
这个食谱详细说明了烹煮的步骤。
This recipe details the cooking steps.
请注意烹煮时不要把食物烧焦了。
Please be careful not to burn the food while cooking.
我喜欢在周末烹煮大餐。
I like to cook a big meal on the weekend.
这本书教你如何烹煮健康的家常菜。
This book teaches you how to cook healthy home-cooked dishes.
请问您会烹煮哪些国家的美食？
Excuse me, which countries' cuisines can you cook?
烹煮前，请确保食材新鲜。
Before cooking, please ensure the ingredients are fresh.
他梦想有一天能开一家餐馆，亲自烹煮美味佳肴。
He dreams of opening a restaurant one day and personally cooking delicious food.
在野外露营时，我们用简单的工具烹煮食物。
When camping in the wild, we cook food with simple tools.
这种鱼最好清蒸烹煮，以保留其原味。
This fish is best steamed to cook, to retain its original flavor.
烹煮时间过长会导致蔬菜营养流失。
Cooking for too long can lead to nutrient loss in vegetables.
虽然她不擅长烹煮复杂的菜肴，但她的家常便饭总是温暖人心。
Although she's not good at cooking complex dishes, her home-cooked meals are always heartwarming.
这家餐厅的厨师以其独特的烹煮方式，将简单的食材变成了艺术品。
The chef at this restaurant transforms simple ingredients into works of art with their unique cooking methods.
为了保持食材的原汁原味，他通常选择清蒸或少油烹煮。
To preserve the original flavor of the ingredients, he usually chooses to steam or cook with little oil.
现代科技使得烹煮过程更加便捷，即使是烹饪新手也能轻松上手。
Modern technology makes the cooking process more convenient, even for beginner cooks.
在野外露营时，他们利用有限的工具和食材烹煮出了一顿美味的晚餐。
While camping in the wild, they used limited tools and ingredients to cook a delicious dinner.
烹煮前，请确保所有食材都已清洗干净，以保证食品安全。
Before cooking, please ensure all ingredients are thoroughly washed to guarantee food safety.
他梦想着有一天能环游世界，品尝并学习不同文化的烹煮技艺。
He dreams of one day traveling the world to taste and learn the cooking techniques of different cultures.
为了控制体重，她开始尝试更健康的烹煮方法，比如少盐少油。
To manage her weight, she started trying healthier cooking methods, such as less salt and less oil.
Often Confused With
Specifically cooking with liquid (boiling, stewing).
Specifically stir-frying.
To make a meal; the general act of preparing food.
Idioms & Expressions
"烹煮佳肴"
To cook delicious dishes
我喜欢在周末烹煮佳肴给家人吃。 (I like to cook delicious dishes for my family on weekends.)
neutral"烹煮食物"
To cook food
他正在厨房里烹煮食物。 (He is cooking food in the kitchen.)
neutral"烹煮方法"
Cooking method
这种鱼有很多种烹煮方法。 (There are many cooking methods for this fish.)
neutral"烹煮时间"
Cooking time
请告诉我这道菜的烹煮时间。 (Please tell me the cooking time for this dish.)
neutral"烹煮过程"
Cooking process
烹煮过程需要耐心。 (The cooking process requires patience.)
neutral"精心烹煮"
Carefully cooked
这顿饭是她精心烹煮的。 (This meal was carefully cooked by her.)
neutral"烹煮出美味"
To cook up deliciousness
她总能烹煮出美味的饭菜。 (She can always cook up delicious meals.)
neutral"简单烹煮"
Simply cook
我喜欢简单烹煮，不爱复杂的菜。 (I like to simply cook, I don't like complex dishes.)
neutral"传统烹煮"
Traditional cooking
我们应该学习一些传统烹煮的技巧。 (We should learn some traditional cooking techniques.)
neutral"健康烹煮"
Healthy cooking
健康烹煮对身体有好处。 (Healthy cooking is good for the body.)
neutralEasily Confused
Often confused with 烹煮 because both mean 'to cook.' However, 煮 is specifically about cooking with liquid (like boiling, stewing, or simmering).
煮 focuses on cooking *in liquid*, whereas 烹煮 is a general term for *any* method of cooking.
煮面 (zhǔ miàn) - to boil noodles; 煮汤 (zhǔ tāng) - to make soup (by boiling/simmering).
Another common cooking verb. Learners might use it broadly when they mean 'cook' in general.
炒 means 'to stir-fry.' It's a specific cooking technique, while 烹煮 is the overarching action.
炒饭 (chǎo fàn) - to stir-fry rice; 炒菜 (chǎo cài) - to stir-fry vegetables.
烧 can also mean 'to cook' or 'to burn,' leading to confusion.
When referring to cooking, 烧 often implies braising, stewing, or roasting with some liquid, or sometimes even just heating. It's more specific than 烹煮.
烧鱼 (shāo yú) - to braise fish; 烧烤 (shāo kǎo) - barbecue (to roast/grill).
This is a very common phrase meaning 'to make a meal' or 'to cook food.'
做饭 is a phrase referring to the *act of preparing a meal* or *cooking food* in a general sense, often implying a sequence of actions. 烹煮 is a single verb meaning 'to cook' (often focusing on the heat application). You do 烹煮 as part of 做饭.
我喜欢做饭。 (Wǒ xǐhuān zuò fàn.) - I like to cook/make meals. 她正在做饭。 (Tā zhèngzài zuò fàn.) - She is cooking (a meal).
Very similar in meaning and often interchangeable with 烹煮.
烹饪 is a more formal or overarching term that can mean 'cooking' as an art or skill, or 'cuisine.' 烹煮 is more commonly used for the act of cooking in everyday conversation.
学习烹饪 (xuéxí pēngrèn) - to learn cooking (as a skill/art); 中国烹饪 (Zhōngguó pēngrèn) - Chinese cuisine.
Tips
Basic Cooking Term
「烹煮」 (pēngzhǔ) is a very general term for cooking. Think of it as the equivalent of 'to cook' in English, encompassing many methods.
Common Usage
You can use 「烹煮」 when you're talking about cooking in a general sense, like 'I like to cook' (我喜欢烹煮) or 'The food is being cooked' (食物正在烹煮).
Formal Contexts
While general, 「烹煮」 can sound a bit more formal or literary than everyday conversational alternatives. It's often seen in written instructions or more formal discussions about cooking.
Distinction from 做饭
「做饭」 (zuòfàn) is another common way to say 'to cook,' especially 'to prepare a meal' or 'to cook a meal.' 「烹煮」 focuses more on the process of cooking itself, while 「做饭」 often implies the whole meal preparation.
Focus on the Action
Use 「烹煮」 when you want to emphasize the action of transforming raw ingredients into cooked food. It's about the methods involved.
Examples of Use
Try saying: 妈妈正在厨房里烹煮晚餐。(Māma zhèngzài chúfáng lǐ pēngzhǔ wǎncān.) – Mom is cooking dinner in the kitchen.
More Examples
Another example: 这本书教你如何烹煮美味的菜肴。(Zhè běn shū jiāo nǐ rúhé pēngzhǔ měiwèi de càiyáo.) – This book teaches you how to cook delicious dishes.
Passive Voice
You can also use it in a passive construction: 这些食材需要仔细烹煮。(Zhèxiē shícái xūyào zīxì pēngzhǔ.) – These ingredients need to be carefully cooked.
Cooking Methods
While general, 「烹煮」 can be followed by specific cooking methods to form phrases, though more specific verbs are often used directly for particular methods like frying or steaming. For instance, 'boil' (煮) is more common than 'boiling cooking'.
Remember the Pinyin
Pay attention to the tones: pēng (first tone) zhǔ (third tone). Correct pronunciation is key to being understood.
Memorize It
Mnemonic
Imagine a chef PENG-ZHUing a delicious meal in a busy kitchen. The sounds of 'peng' and 'zhu' are like the sizzling and bubbling of food being cooked.
Visual Association
Picture a steaming wok or a bubbling pot on a stove. Associate the act of cooking various dishes with the characters '烹煮'.
Word Web
Challenge
Describe in Chinese (with English hints) what you like to cook. For example: '我喜欢烹煮 (I like to cook) 鸡蛋 (eggs) 和 (and) 面条 (noodles).'
Word Origin
The term '烹煮' (pēngzhǔ) is a combination of two characters: '烹' (pēng) and '煮' (zhǔ).
Original meaning: '烹' originally referred to boiling or stewing, especially in a cauldron. '煮' also means to boil or cook by boiling. When combined, they emphasize the act of cooking with heat, particularly through boiling or stewing methods common in traditional Chinese cooking.
Sino-Tibetan, Sinitic (Chinese)Cultural Context
<p>In Chinese culture, cooking is often seen as an art form and an expression of care. The act of '烹煮' is central to daily life, family gatherings, and celebrations. It's more than just preparing food; it's about nourishing the body and soul, and sharing warmth with loved ones.</p>
Practice in Real Life
Real-World Contexts
Talking about cooking as a hobby or daily activity:
- 我喜欢烹煮。
- 她每天都烹煮。
- 烹煮是我的爱好。
Referring to cooking instructions or recipes:
- 按照食谱烹煮。
- 烹煮说明。
- 学习烹煮新菜。
Discussing the preparation of food in general:
- 烹煮食物。
- 烹煮过程。
- 烹煮技巧。
In more formal or written contexts about cuisine:
- 中国烹煮艺术。
- 健康烹煮方法。
- 传统烹煮技术。
When emphasizing the act of cooking rather than the result:
- 烹煮很辛苦。
- 享受烹煮。
- 他在厨房里烹煮。
Conversation Starters
"你喜欢烹煮吗？ (Nǐ xǐhuān pēngzhǔ ma?) - Do you like to cook?"
"你经常在家烹煮吗？ (Nǐ jīngcháng zài jiā pēngzhǔ ma?) - Do you often cook at home?"
"你觉得烹煮什么菜最难？ (Nǐ juéde pēngzhǔ shénme cài zuì nán?) - What dish do you think is the hardest to cook?"
"有没有什么特别的烹煮技巧可以分享？ (Yǒu méiyǒu shénme tèbié de pēngzhǔ jìqiǎo kěyǐ fēnxiǎng?) - Do you have any special cooking tips to share?"
"你更喜欢烹煮还是出去吃饭？ (Nǐ gèng xǐhuān pēngzhǔ háishì chūqù chīfàn?) - Do you prefer cooking or eating out?"
Journal Prompts
描述你上次烹煮一道菜的经历。 (Miáoshù nǐ shàngcì pēngzhǔ yī dào cài de jīnglì.) - Describe your last experience cooking a dish.
写下你最喜欢烹煮的食物，以及为什么。 (Xiě xià nǐ zuì xǐhuān pēngzhǔ de shíwù, yǐjí wèishénme.) - Write about your favorite food to cook and why.
如果你可以学会烹煮任何一种食物，你会选择什么？ (Rúguǒ nǐ kěyǐ xuéhuì pēngzhǔ rènhé yī zhǒng shíwù, nǐ huì xuǎnzé shénme?) - If you could learn to cook any kind of food, what would you choose?
烹煮对你来说意味着什么？ (Pēngzhǔ duì nǐ lái shuō yìwèizhe shénme?) - What does cooking mean to you?
想象一下，如果你是厨师，你会烹煮什么给你的朋友和家人？ (Xiǎngxiàng yīxià, rúguǒ nǐ shì chúshī, nǐ huì pēngzhǔ shénme gěi nǐ de péngyǒu hé jiārén?) - Imagine you are a chef, what would you cook for your friends and family?
Frequently Asked Questions
10 questions烹煮 is a more formal and general term for 'to cook', often used in written contexts or when referring to the act of cooking in general. 做飯 (zuò fàn) is more common in everyday spoken Chinese and specifically means 'to make a meal' or 'to cook food'. Think of 烹煮 as the umbrella term for the activity of cooking, and 做飯 as the practical act of preparing a meal.
Yes, 烹煮 can be used for various cooking methods, from boiling and steaming to stir-frying and baking. It's a versatile verb for the general action of cooking food. For specific cooking methods, you would use other verbs like 炒 (chǎo - stir-fry), 蒸 (zhēng - steam), or 煮 (zhǔ - boil).
Yes, generally 烹煮 is more formal compared to verbs like 做飯 (zuò fàn - to make a meal) or simply 煮 (zhǔ - to boil/cook). You'll often see it in recipes, culinary shows, or more formal discussions about cooking.
You could say 我正在烹煮 (Wǒ zhèngzài pēngzhǔ). This means 'I am currently cooking'. However, in everyday conversation, you're more likely to hear 我正在做飯 (Wǒ zhèngzài zuò fàn).
You might hear phrases like 烹煮美食 (pēngzhǔ měishí - to cook delicious food), 烹煮方法 (pēngzhǔ fāngfǎ - cooking method), or 烹煮時間 (pēngzhǔ shíjiān - cooking time). It's often used when talking about the process or technique of cooking.
While 烹煮 is understood by all native speakers, it's not as frequently used in casual conversation as 做飯. It's more common in written language, media, or when discussing cooking in a more general or instructional sense.
While 烹煮 implies the general act of cooking, you wouldn't typically say '烹煮餃子' (pēngzhǔ jiǎozi - to cook dumplings) in the same way you'd say '煮餃子' (zhǔ jiǎozi - to boil dumplings) or '做餃子' (zuò jiǎozi - to make dumplings). It's more about the broader activity.
烹煮 carries a slightly more formal and sometimes even elegant connotation compared to simpler verbs like 煮 or 做飯. It evokes the art or craft of cooking, rather than just the daily task.
Think of 烹 (pēng) as referring to the process of cooking (it's part of words like 烹飪 - pēngrèn, which also means to cook), and 煮 (zhǔ) as meaning 'to boil' or 'to cook'. Together, they form a comprehensive verb for 'to cook' in a general sense.
The understanding and usage of 烹煮 are fairly consistent across different Mandarin-speaking regions. The preference for other more common verbs like 做飯 in daily conversation is also quite universal. It's a widely recognized term, even if not the most frequently spoken in casual settings.
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我喜欢___中国菜。(Wǒ xǐhuān ___ Zhōngguó cài.)
Here, '烹煮' (pēngzhǔ) means 'to cook', which fits the context of cooking Chinese food.
妈妈在厨房___。(Māma zài chúfáng ___.)
In the kitchen, people usually '烹煮' (pēngzhǔ) or cook.
他会___很多好吃的菜。(Tā huì ___ hěn duō hǎochī de cài.)
To make delicious dishes, one would '烹煮' (pēngzhǔ) them.
我们一起___晚餐吧。(Wǒmen yīqǐ ___ wǎncān ba.)
To prepare dinner together, you would '烹煮' (pēngzhǔ) it.
这个饭店的厨师很会___。(Zhège fàndiàn de chúshī hěn huì ___.)
A chef in a restaurant is good at '烹煮' (pēngzhǔ), or cooking.
她每天都___健康的食物。(Tā měitiān dōu ___ jiànkāng de shíwù.)
To eat healthy food daily, one would '烹煮' (pēngzhǔ) it.
我喜欢用新鲜的食材___美味的晚餐。
‘烹煮’ means to cook, which fits the context of preparing a delicious dinner.
妈妈正在厨房里___早饭。
‘烹煮’ means to cook, which is what one does with breakfast in the kitchen.
他周末喜欢在家___不同的菜。
‘烹煮’ means to cook, which is appropriate for making different dishes at home.
这道菜的___方法很简单。
‘烹煮’ refers to the method of cooking, fitting the context of a dish.
我们一起___晚餐吧！
‘烹煮’ means to cook, suggesting making dinner together.
这家餐厅___的菜很好吃。
‘烹煮’ means to cook, which describes how a restaurant prepares delicious dishes.
Choose the correct word to complete the sentence: 我的妈妈喜欢___好吃的饭菜。
The sentence means 'My mom likes to cook delicious meals.' '烹煮' (pēngzhǔ) means 'to cook'.
Which of these words is the most general term for 'to cook'?
While '炒', '煮', and '蒸' are specific cooking methods, '烹煮' is a general term for cooking.
If you want to say 'He is cooking dinner,' which word would you use?
The phrase '做饭' (zuòfàn) is a common way to say 'to cook a meal' or 'to make food'. While '烹煮' is a general term for cooking, '做饭' is often used in daily conversation.
'烹煮' can be used to describe the action of preparing food by applying heat.
'烹煮' literally means to cook, which involves preparing food with heat.
You can use '烹煮' when talking about boiling water for tea.
While boiling water involves heat, '烹煮' specifically refers to cooking food. For boiling water, you would typically use '烧水' (shāoshuǐ) or '煮水' (zhǔshuǐ).
'烹煮' is a more formal term than '做饭' (zuòfàn).
'烹煮' is indeed a more formal or literary term for cooking compared to '做饭', which is more common in everyday speech.
The speaker is talking about someone's cooking preferences.
The speaker is learning a skill.
The speaker is asking for cooking instructions for a dish.
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烹煮晚餐。
Focus: pēng zhǔ wǎn cān
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他喜欢烹煮。
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今天我烹煮了米饭和蔬菜。
Focus: jīn tiān wǒ pēng zhǔ le mǐ fàn hé shū cài
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Write a short sentence about what your favorite food to cook is. Use '烹煮'.
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我喜欢烹煮中国菜。(I like to cook Chinese food.)
Imagine you are inviting a friend over for dinner. Write a sentence telling them you will cook for them. Use '烹煮'.
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我今晚会为你烹煮晚餐。(I will cook dinner for you tonight.)
Write a simple sentence describing what your mother likes to cook. Use '烹煮'.
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妈妈喜欢烹煮家常菜。(Mom likes to cook home-style dishes.)
小明喜欢做什么？
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小明喜欢烹煮各种美食。他常常为家人烹煮晚餐。他的家人都很喜欢他烹煮的食物。
小明喜欢做什么？
文章中明确提到“小明喜欢烹煮各种美食”。(The passage clearly states 'Xiao Ming likes to cook various delicious foods.')
文章中明确提到“小明喜欢烹煮各种美食”。(The passage clearly states 'Xiao Ming likes to cook various delicious foods.')
这篇文章的作者今天要做什么？
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今天我要烹煮面条。这是一个简单的菜，但很好吃。你喜欢吃面条吗？
这篇文章的作者今天要做什么？
文章第一句话“今天我要烹煮面条”直接回答了问题。(The first sentence of the passage 'Today I am going to cook noodles' directly answers the question.)
文章第一句话“今天我要烹煮面条”直接回答了问题。(The first sentence of the passage 'Today I am going to cook noodles' directly answers the question.)
王阿姨擅长什么？
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王阿姨是一位很棒的厨师。她经常烹煮美味的饭菜。每个人都喜欢她的烹饪。
王阿姨擅长什么？
文章中提到“她经常烹煮美味的饭菜”，表明她擅长烹煮。(The passage mentions 'she often cooks delicious meals,' indicating she is good at cooking.)
文章中提到“她经常烹煮美味的饭菜”，表明她擅长烹煮。(The passage mentions 'she often cooks delicious meals,' indicating she is good at cooking.)
This sentence means 'Mom is cooking dinner.' The structure is Subject + 在 (doing something) + Verb + Object.
This sentence means 'What do you like to cook?' The structure is Subject + 喜欢 (like) + Verb + Question Word.
This sentence means 'He can cook many dishes.' The structure is Subject + 会 (can/will) + Verb + Object.
Choose the correct sentence: My mother likes to cook delicious food.
The verb '烹煮' means 'to cook'. '吃' means 'to eat', '买' means 'to buy', and '看' means 'to look at/watch'.
Which word best completes the sentence? 她喜欢在周末_______。
The context implies an activity often done at home, and '烹煮' (to cook) fits. '跑步' (to run), '阅读' (to read), and '唱歌' (to sing) are also activities but '烹煮' relates to the general topic of cooking.
Select the sentence where '烹煮' is used correctly.
'烹煮' is used for cooking or preparing food/drink. You cook coffee, but not music, TV, or books.
You can use '烹煮' to describe making a sandwich.
'烹煮' usually implies a process involving heat or more complex preparation than simply assembling a sandwich.
The sentence '他每天都会烹煮晚餐。' means 'He cooks dinner every day.'
'烹煮' means 'to cook', and '晚餐' means 'dinner'.
It is correct to say '这个厨师烹煮得很好。' (This chef cooks very well.)
'烹煮' can be used with an adverb like '得很好' to describe how well someone cooks.
Listen to the sentence about what Mom likes to cook.
Listen to the question about how a dish is usually cooked.
Listen to the instruction before cooking.
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我喜欢在周末烹煮大餐。
Focus: 烹煮 (pēng zhǔ)
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他正在学习如何烹煮中国菜。
Focus: 烹煮 (pēng zhǔ)
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你觉得烹煮蔬菜最好的方法是什么？
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她喜欢在周末为家人___美味的晚餐。
“烹煮”是一个通用词，指一般的做饭，非常适合用在这里表达为家人做饭的场景。
这部纪录片展示了世界各地不同的食材和___方式。
这里“烹煮方式”指的是做饭的方法，与食材搭配使用很自然。
学习如何健康地___食物对于保持身体健康至关重要。
“健康地烹煮食物”是说健康地做饭，是常见的搭配。
这道菜的___过程非常复杂，需要很多耐心。
“烹煮过程”指做饭的整个过程，非常符合语境。
他梦想有一天能开一家餐厅，___各种创意菜品。
开餐厅当然是为了“烹煮”和提供菜品，这是一个很好的动词选择。
为了庆祝节日，我们一家人决定自己动手___一顿大餐。
“自己动手烹煮大餐”表示亲手做一顿丰盛的饭菜，非常贴切。
她喜欢在周末为家人___美味的晚餐。
‘烹煮’是一个通用的动词，表示通过加热来准备食物。在这个语境中，它最合适。
这本书详细介绍了各种亚洲菜肴的___方法。
这里需要一个表示如何制作菜肴的词，'烹煮'是最好的选择。
为了保持食材的新鲜，我们需要在___前才开始处理。
句子强调在开始制作食物之前保持新鲜，因此'烹煮'是正确的词。
“烹煮”通常指用油炸的方式制作食物。
“烹煮”是一个广义的词，泛指所有加热食物的方法，不特指油炸。
你可以用“烹煮”来形容制作一份沙拉，因为沙拉也需要准备。
“烹煮”特指通过加热来制作食物，而沙拉通常不需要加热。
“烹煮”一词可以用来描述烧水或煮鸡蛋。
烧水和煮鸡蛋都涉及到通过加热来准备食物，符合“烹煮”的定义。
她擅长各种中式菜肴的___。
这句话说的是她擅长做各种中式菜肴，'烹煮'是一个总称，指烹调食物。
为了准备这顿大餐，他花了一下午时间___。
句子的意思是花了整个下午做饭，'烹煮'在这里表示进行烹饪活动。
这道菜的___过程非常复杂，需要多步操作。
这里指这道菜的整个烹饪过程很复杂，'烹煮'概括了所有烹饪步骤。
许多家庭都喜欢在周末一起动手___美食。
句子的意思是家人周末一起做饭，'烹煮'表示一起动手做食物。
专业的厨师懂得如何将简单的食材___成美味佳肴。
这句话表达了厨师把食材做成美味菜肴的能力，'烹煮'是实现这一过程的关键。
对新手来说，掌握基本的___技巧是很重要的。
这里指的是学习做饭的基本技能，'烹煮技巧'是核心的烹饪技能。
她擅长各种中式菜肴的___。
'烹煮'是烹饪的通用词，此处指擅长做菜。
为了准备这顿大餐，他从早上就开始___。
根据语境，准备大餐需要做饭，所以选择'烹煮'。
这家餐厅以其独特的___方式吸引了许多顾客。
餐厅的吸引力通常与其食物的制作方式（烹煮方式）有关。
烹煮仅仅指用水煮的方式制作食物。
“烹煮”是一个通用词，包括煎、炒、炸、烤等多种烹饪方式，不仅仅指水煮。
在中文语境中，'烹煮'可以用来描述准备咖啡或茶的过程。
'烹煮'主要用于描述制作菜肴的过程，而不是泡咖啡或茶，泡咖啡或茶通常用“冲泡”或“煮”来形容。
掌握不同的烹煮技巧对于成为一名好厨师至关重要。
成为一名好厨师需要了解并掌握多种烹饪技巧，所以这句话是正确的。
Imagine you are a renowned chef explaining your favorite cooking technique. Describe the steps involved, using "烹煮" at least once. Focus on the method and the result.
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作为一名对烹饪充满热情的厨师，我最喜欢的一种烹煮技巧是慢炖。首先，我会精心挑选新鲜的食材，如牛腩或羊肉，然后用香料腌制。接着，在低温下长时间烹煮，这能让食材充分吸收味道，肉质变得异常软嫩。这种烹煮方法虽然耗时，但最终能呈现出层次丰富、香气扑鼻的美味佳肴。
You are writing a review for a new kitchen appliance. Explain its functionalities and how it helps in the "烹煮" process. Mention at least three features.
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这款新型智能烹饪机彻底改变了我的烹煮体验。它拥有多项创新功能，极大提升了烹饪效率。首先，它的精准温度控制系统确保了食材在最佳温度下烹煮，避免了过度或不足。其次，预设的多种烹煮模式，如蒸、煮、炖，让烹煮变得简单易行。最后，其自动清洁功能更是省去了繁琐的后期工作，让整个烹煮过程变得前所未有的方便。
Describe a traditional Chinese dish that requires careful "烹煮". Explain why the specific cooking methods are crucial for its authentic taste.
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一道需要精心烹煮的传统中国菜是红烧肉。要做出地道的红烧肉，关键在于其独特的烹煮方法。首先，猪肉需要先煸炒至金黄，将多余的油脂逼出，然后加入冰糖炒出糖色。接着，倒入酱油、料酒和香料，并加入适量热水，小火慢炖数小时。这种慢炖的烹煮方式，使得肉质酥烂入味，肥而不腻，才能呈现出红烧肉特有的浓郁和甘醇。
根据这段文字，在家烹煮的主要好处是什么？
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现代人生活节奏快，很多人选择外卖而非在家烹煮。虽然外卖方便快捷，但长期食用可能对健康造成影响。在家烹煮不仅能控制食材质量，还能根据个人口味调整调料，享受烹饪的乐趣。此外，与家人一起准备和享用烹煮的食物，也能增进感情。
根据这段文字，在家烹煮的主要好处是什么？
文章中明确提到“在家烹煮不仅能控制食材质量，还能根据个人口味调整调料，享受烹饪的乐趣”。
文章中明确提到“在家烹煮不仅能控制食材质量，还能根据个人口味调整调料，享受烹饪的乐趣”。
这段文字主要说明了什么？
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烹煮肉类时，不同的方法会带来不同的口感和风味。例如，烤肉能让表皮焦香，内部多汁；蒸肉则保持了食材的原汁原味，清淡健康；而红烧则能使肉类入味浓郁，色泽诱人。选择合适的烹煮方式，是提升菜肴美味的关键。
这段文字主要说明了什么？
文章通过举例不同烹煮方法（烤、蒸、红烧）来强调它们对肉类口感和风味的影响。
文章通过举例不同烹煮方法（烤、蒸、红烧）来强调它们对肉类口感和风味的影响。
为什么传统节日的食物烹煮很重要？
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许多传统节日的庆祝活动都离不开特色食物的烹煮。例如，春节吃饺子和年糕，端午节吃粽子，中秋节吃月饼。这些食物不仅承载着节日的意义，也通过代代相传的烹煮技艺，维系着家族的记忆和文化传承。烹煮这些食物的过程本身就是一种仪式。
为什么传统节日的食物烹煮很重要？
文章提到“这些食物不仅承载着节日的意义，也通过代代相传的烹煮技艺，维系着家族的记忆和文化传承”。
文章提到“这些食物不仅承载着节日的意义，也通过代代相传的烹煮技艺，维系着家族的记忆和文化传承”。
This sentence means 'Cooking a delicious dish requires patience and skill.' The word order follows a typical subject-verb-object structure, with additional descriptive elements.
This sentence translates to 'He is cooking dinner in the kitchen.' The structure is 'Subject + Adverbial Phrase (place) + Verb + Object'.
This sentence means 'Learning to cook is an important life skill.' The phrase '学会烹煮' (learning to cook) acts as the subject.
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Basic Cooking Term
「烹煮」 (pēngzhǔ) is a very general term for cooking. Think of it as the equivalent of 'to cook' in English, encompassing many methods.
Common Usage
You can use 「烹煮」 when you're talking about cooking in a general sense, like 'I like to cook' (我喜欢烹煮) or 'The food is being cooked' (食物正在烹煮).
Formal Contexts
While general, 「烹煮」 can sound a bit more formal or literary than everyday conversational alternatives. It's often seen in written instructions or more formal discussions about cooking.
Distinction from 做饭
「做饭」 (zuòfàn) is another common way to say 'to cook,' especially 'to prepare a meal' or 'to cook a meal.' 「烹煮」 focuses more on the process of cooking itself, while 「做饭」 often implies the whole meal preparation.
Example
母亲正在厨房里烹煮晚餐。
