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茄子
qiézi
Description
茄子是一种紫色的蔬菜，很多人喜欢吃。
茄子 is a purple vegetable that many people like to eat.
在中国，拍照的时候人们常常说“茄子”，因为说这个词的时候会笑。
In China, people often say "茄子" when taking photos because saying this word makes them smile.
Meanings
茄子qiézi
eggplant, aubergine
我妈妈做的茄子很好吃。
The eggplant my mom makes is delicious.
茄子qiézi
"cheese!" (said when taking a photo)
来，看这里，一起说茄子！
Come, look here, say 'eggplant' together!
Related words
Notes
- Etymology
茄 means eggplant plant; 子 is a common noun suffix for small objects.
- Nuance
as a photo prompt, 茄子 works like English "cheese" — it shapes the mouth into a smile.
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