A2 noun Neutral 1 min read

寿司

sushi /ˈsuːʃi/
Practice it

Sushi is a globally recognized Japanese delicacy centered on vinegared rice.

Word in 30 Seconds

  • Traditional Japanese dish consisting of vinegared rice and toppings.
  • Commonly served with raw fish, vegetables, or seafood.
  • A popular healthy food choice worldwide.

Overview

  1. 1概述：寿司（Sushi）是日本料理中最具标志性的食物。它的核心是经过调味的“醋饭”（寿司饭），通常搭配新鲜的海鲜、肉类或蔬菜。寿司不仅是一种食物，更是一种融合了美学与食材原味的艺术品。2) 用法模式：在中文里，寿司通常作为名词使用。我们可以说“吃寿司”、“做寿司”或“买寿司”。在形容词搭配上，常与“新鲜的”、“美味的”、“日式的”等词连用。3) 常见语境：寿司常见于日式料理店、超市的即食区，或是家庭派对的餐桌上。在正式场合，寿司常作为高级宴请的菜品；在日常生活中，它是快捷又健康的便当选择。4) 近义词辨析：虽然没有直接的近义词，但可以将其与“生鱼片”（刺身）对比。“生鱼片”仅指切好的新鲜鱼肉，不包含醋饭；而“寿司”必须包含醋饭。此外，与“饭团”相比，寿司的制作工艺更复杂，且配料种类更丰富。

Examples

1

我非常喜欢吃寿司。

everyday

I really like eating sushi.

2

这家日料店的寿司非常地道。

formal

The sushi at this Japanese restaurant is very authentic.

3

今晚我们去吃寿司吧？

informal

Shall we go for sushi tonight?

4

寿司在国际饮食文化中占有重要地位。

academic

Sushi holds an important place in international culinary culture.

Common Collocations

吃寿司 eat sushi
做寿司 make sushi
日式寿司 Japanese-style sushi

Common Phrases

回转寿司

conveyor belt sushi

手握寿司

nigiri sushi

加州卷

California roll

Often Confused With

寿司 vs 刺身 (Sashimi)

Sashimi refers specifically to thinly sliced raw meat or fish without rice. Sushi always includes vinegared rice.

寿司 vs 饭团 (Rice Ball)

Rice balls are usually made of plain rice and wrapped in seaweed. They are more casual and lack the seasoned rice found in sushi.

Grammar Patterns

喜欢吃 + 寿司 一份 + 寿司 做 + 寿司

How to Use It

Usage Notes

Sushi is a neutral noun used in all registers. It is commonly used in both casual conversations and professional culinary discussions. There are no specific honorifics required when mentioning the word itself.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse sushi with sashimi. Another mistake is assuming all sushi contains raw fish, though many varieties are cooked. Ensure proper pronunciation to avoid confusion with similar-sounding words.

Tips

💡

Pair with wasabi and soy sauce

Wasabi and soy sauce enhance the flavor of sushi. Use them sparingly to avoid overpowering the delicate taste of the fish.

⚠️

Check ingredient freshness

Always ensure the fish is fresh when eating raw sushi. Food safety is the most important aspect of Japanese cuisine.

🌍

Respect the craftsmanship

Sushi chefs undergo years of training. Appreciate the balance of flavors and the artistic presentation of each piece.

Word Origin

The word 'sushi' comes from Japanese 'su' (vinegar) and 'meshi' (rice). It originally referred to a method of fermenting fish in rice to preserve it.

Cultural Context

Sushi is a symbol of Japanese precision and respect for ingredients. It has evolved from a street snack in the Edo period to a global culinary phenomenon.

Memory Tip

Imagine a 'Sue' (a person) eating 'she' (the fish) on top of rice. Sue-shi: The girl eating fish on rice.

Frequently Asked Questions

4 questions

不一定。虽然传统的握寿司常使用生鱼片，但也有熟食寿司，如烤鳗鱼寿司、炸虾寿司或蔬菜卷寿司。

可以用筷子夹，也可以直接用手拿。通常建议先蘸少许酱油，如果要吃多种口味，建议从味道清淡的开始吃起。

寿司使用的是经过醋、糖、盐调味的醋饭，而饭团通常使用普通的白米饭，且形状和包裹方式不同。

由于寿司含有新鲜食材且包含醋饭，建议现做现吃，不宜长时间冷藏保存，以免影响口感和卫生。

Test Yourself

fill blank

我今天在餐厅点了一份新鲜的___。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 寿司

根据语境，餐厅点的应该是食物，寿司是合理的选项。

multiple choice

关于寿司，下列说法正确的是？

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 寿司必须包含醋饭

寿司的核心定义就是醋饭，其他选项均不完全准确。

sentence building

喜欢 / 我 / 吃 / 寿司

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 我喜欢吃寿司

这是标准的中文主谓宾结构。

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