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嫩
nèn
Description
"嫩"用来说东西很软、很新鲜，比如刚长出来的叶子，或者做得很软的肉。
"嫩" is used to describe something very soft and fresh, like newly grown leaves or very tender meat.
它也可以说一个人皮肤很好，或者太年轻、没有经验。
It can also describe a person’s skin as very good, or someone who is too young and inexperienced.
Meanings
嫩nèn
tender; soft (of food, plants)
这块肉很嫩，很好吃。
This piece of meat is tender and delicious.
嫩nèn
delicate; soft (of skin)
小孩子的皮肤又白又嫩。
The child's skin is white and tender.
嫩nèn
inexperienced; too young
他还太嫩，做不了这个工作。
He is still too inexperienced to do this job.
Related words
Notes
- Nuance
opposite of 老 (tough/old); for meat 嫩 means tender, for people it means green.
- Etymology
originally described young, soft plant shoots, later extended to food and skin.
In videos
“如果想要吃比较嫩的口感”
“嗯嗯虽然这肉哇他卤的已经是很软嫩的”
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