ChinesePod - Beginner Elementary | Chinese Fruits
Aug 1, 2025
Dive into the world of unusual Chinese fruits! Discover the sweet and sour surprises of 羊美 and learn about the beloved lychee. A shopper and shopkeeper share vivid descriptions of these unique delicacies. Explore the language of fruit with terms like '老板' while discussing preferences and chopstick skills. Compare the joys of lychee and strawberries, and enjoy a trivia segment on learning resources. This engaging journey not only tantalizes your taste buds but also boosts your Mandarin skills!
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Anecdote About Yangmei Fruit
- The podcast describes the unique Chinese fruit called 杨梅 (bay berry), which has no shell but a spiky round shape and is very juicy and tender.
- The shopkeeper claims杨梅 is sweet, but the customer finds it extremely sour when trying it.
Polite Way to Say "Hard to Eat"
- Use the phrase 吃起来太麻烦了 to express that eating something is too much of a hassle without offending, especially when difficulty or messiness is involved.
- Avoid saying 难吃 when something is difficult to eat, as it means it tastes bad and can be offensive.
Why Lychee Is Hard to Eat
- Eating lychee is considered a hassle because you need to peel its tough shell and the fruit is juicy, making hands sticky.
- The individual segments are small, requiring multiple peeling steps, which prolongs eating.