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桂圆
guìyuán
Description
桂圆是一种小小的、圆圆的水果，皮是棕色的，里面的果肉很甜。
"桂圆" is a small, round fruit with brown skin and very sweet flesh inside.
很多人喜欢吃干的桂圆，也常常用它来煮汤或者泡茶。
Many people like to eat dried "桂圆" and often use it to cook soup or brew tea.
Meanings
桂圆guìyuán
longan (a sweet round fruit)
我买了一些桂圆回家吃。
I bought some longans to eat at home.
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Notes
- Etymology
桂 (osmanthus/Guangxi) + 圆 (round), describing the fruit's round shape; also called 龙眼.
- Nuance
桂圆 often refers to the dried form used in cooking, while 龙眼 is the fresh fruit.
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