嫩 | Chinese meaning

嫩【nèn】

HSK 7-9

young and tender
(of food) tender; lightly cooked
(of color) light
(of a person) inexperienced; unskilled

Generated definitions (experimental)

young and tender

This meaning refers to something that is in its early stage of growth, often relating to plants or animals that are physically soft or not fully developed.

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This dish uses young and tender vegetables.

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I like to eat tender meat.

(of food) tender; lightly cooked

This meaning describes food that is soft and easily cut or chewed, often due to being cooked briefly or in a gentle manner.

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This piece of fish is cooked very tender.

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When cooking this noodle, be careful not to cook it too long to maintain its tenderness.

(of color) light

This meaning is used to describe a color that is pale or not intensely saturated, often associated with a softer aesthetic.

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She is wearing a light pink dress.

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The walls of the room are painted a light green.

(of a person) inexperienced; unskilled

This meaning refers to someone who lacks experience or proficiency in a certain area, implying they are still learning or developing their skills.

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He is still a beginner in this field.

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She hasn't been working long; she is still a novice employee.

Generated collocations (experimental)

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