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嫩
nèn
Description
"嫩"用来说食物或植物很软、很新鲜，不老。
"嫩" is used to describe food or plants that are very soft, very fresh, and not old.
我们常说"嫩"的肉、"嫩"的叶子，也可以说人的皮肤很"嫩"。
We often say "嫩" meat, "嫩" leaves, and can also say a person's skin is very "嫩".
Meanings
嫩nèn
tender; soft (of food)
这块肉又嫩又香。
This piece of meat is tender and fragrant.
嫩nèn
young and fresh (of plants)
春天的树叶很嫩。
The leaves in spring are tender.
嫩nèn
delicate; soft (of skin, color)
小孩子的皮肤很嫩。
Children's skin is very delicate.
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Notes
- Nuance
嫩 is the opposite of 老 (tough/old) when describing food or plants.
- Usage
嫩绿 means "fresh light green," a common color word.
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