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芒果

mangguo /maŋ˧˥ kuɔ˨˩˦/
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Mango is a delicious tropical fruit loved for its sweet, juicy flesh and vibrant yellow color.

Word in 30 Seconds

  • A popular tropical fruit with sweet yellow flesh.
  • Commonly consumed fresh or in desserts during summer.
  • Known for its rich fragrance and juicy texture.

Overview

  1. 1概述：芒果（Mango）被誉为“热带果王”，属于漆树科植物。其外皮通常为绿色、黄色或红色，果肉质地细腻，含有丰富的维生素A和C。2) 使用模式：在汉语中，芒果常作为名词使用。我们可以说“吃芒果”、“买芒果”或“芒果干”。在描述味道时，常用“香甜”、“多汁”来形容。3) 常见语境：在日常生活中，芒果常出现在水果店、甜品店或超市。在炎热的夏季，芒果冰沙、芒果西米露等甜品非常受欢迎。此外，人们也常在社交媒体上分享关于芒果的食谱。4) 近义词比较：与“木瓜”相比，芒果的香气更浓郁，口感更具纤维感；与“菠萝”相比，芒果的酸度通常较低，更偏向于纯粹的甜味。理解这些细微差别有助于更准确地描述水果的特征。

Examples

1

我今天买了一些新鲜的芒果。

everyday

I bought some fresh mangoes today.

2

芒果属于热带水果，富含多种维生素。

formal

Mango belongs to tropical fruits and is rich in vitamins.

3

这杯芒果奶昔味道太棒了！

informal

This mango milkshake tastes amazing!

4

芒果的品种繁多，其中以吕宋芒最为著名。

academic

There are many varieties of mango, among which the Carabao mango is the most famous.

Common Collocations

新鲜芒果 fresh mango
芒果干 dried mango
吃芒果 eat mango

Common Phrases

芒果西米露

Mango sago dessert

芒果冰沙

Mango smoothie

Often Confused With

芒果 vs 木瓜 (Papaya)

Both are tropical fruits, but papaya has a distinct orange-red flesh and black seeds, whereas mango has a single large pit.

芒果 vs 芒果干 (Dried Mango)

Mango refers to the fresh fruit, while mango gan specifically refers to the dehydrated, preserved version.

Grammar Patterns

量词 + 芒果 (e.g., 一个芒果) 形容词 + 的 + 芒果 (e.g., 香甜的芒果) 主语 + 喜欢 + 吃 + 芒果

How to Use It

Usage Notes

The word '芒果' is neutral and can be used in both formal and informal settings. It is a common noun and does not require special classifiers other than standard measure words like '个' or '颗'. Be aware that in some regions, it is also referred to as '漭果' in dialects, but '芒果' is the standard Mandarin term.

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes confuse '芒果' with other yellow fruits like '香蕉' (banana) due to color. Remember that mangoes have a flat, hard stone in the center. Also, ensure you don't use '个' for mass quantities; use '箱' or '斤' instead.

Tips

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Use adjectives to describe mangoes

Combine mango with words like '香甜' (sweet-smelling) or '多汁' (juicy) to make your descriptions more vivid and appetizing.

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Watch out for mango allergies

Some people are allergic to the skin of the mango. If you have sensitive skin, be careful when peeling it.

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Mangoes in Asian dessert culture

Mango is a staple in many Asian desserts, such as Mango Pomelo Sago. It represents summer freshness and tropical luxury.

Word Origin

The word 'mango' originated from the Malayalam word 'māṅṅa'. It was adopted into European languages via Portuguese and eventually became the standard term globally.

Cultural Context

Mangoes are culturally significant in many Asian countries, often associated with summer festivals and hospitality. They are a popular gift during the harvest season.

Memory Tip

Imagine a 'man' (芒) going to the market to buy a 'go' (果) fruit. It is a 'man-go' (芒果)!

Frequently Asked Questions

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一般来说，肠胃健康的人空腹吃少量芒果没有问题。但由于芒果含有一定的果酸，肠胃敏感的人建议饭后食用以减少刺激。

挑选时可以闻一下果蒂部位，香气越浓郁说明越成熟。此外，用手轻压果身，有弹性且不软烂的通常是最佳选择。

芒果皮和果肉中含有漆酚等致敏物质，部分过敏体质的人接触后可能会出现嘴唇红肿或皮肤瘙痒。建议过敏者避免食用或剥皮时佩戴手套。

常见的有芒果干、芒果汁、芒果冰淇淋以及各种芒果口味的蛋糕和甜品。这些加工食品在超市中非常容易买到。

Test Yourself

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夏天到了，我最喜欢吃冰镇的___。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 芒果

芒果是水果，符合语境中“吃”和“冰镇”的描述。

multiple choice

下列哪个词不常用来形容芒果？

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 咸味

芒果通常是甜的，极少用“咸味”来形容。

sentence building

芒果 / 好吃 / 真 / 的

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 芒果真的好吃。

符合中文主谓宾结构及副词修饰语序。

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