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March 24, 2026
面条(麵條)miàntiáo(mian4tiao2)
面条 (miàn tiáo) refers to noodles, a staple food in many Chinese dishes. They can be made from various ingredients such as wheat, rice, or mung beans and are commonly served in soups or stir-fried. In Chinese cuisine, they are often associated with comfort food and can vary significantly by region.
Frequency#5811DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
Noodles have a significant cultural symbolism in China, often associated with longevity and celebration during birthdays and New Year festivities. They are traditionally served uncut to represent a long life.
Memory Tip
Imagine a 'man' (miàn) with 'tail' (tiáo) made of noodles. Visualize him dancing with long, stretchy noodles flowing behind him, symbolizing flexibility and variety in noodle dishes across China.
Meanings of 面条
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About 面条
面条Simplified
麵條Traditional
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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米线 (mǐxiàn) - choose 面条 when referring to wheat noodles, while 米线 is specifically for rice noodles.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a 'man' (miàn) with 'tail' (tiáo) made of noodles. Visualize him dancing with long, stretchy noodles flowing behind him, symbolizing flexibility and variety in noodle dishes across China.
Usage Notes
Be mindful of the tones when pronouncing 面条, as mispronouncing could lead to confusion with other words. It's commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, often paired with adjectives to describe the type of noodles, such as '炸面条' (fried noodles) or '汤面条' (soup noodles).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 2 word, 面条 connects with other basic food vocabulary like 米饭 (rice) and 水 (water). Focus on practicing its usage in context, such as ordering food or discussing meals.
Cultural Note
Noodles have a significant cultural symbolism in China, often associated with longevity and celebration during birthdays and New Year festivities. They are traditionally served uncut to represent a long life.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 面条 with 米饭 (rice), thinking they are interchangeable. Remember, 面条 refers specifically to noodles, while 米饭 is rice. Another common error is mispronouncing the tones, such as saying 'mian tiao' instead of 'miàn tiáo'.
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Grammar Patterns of 面条
面条 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
Just plop the noodles over the center of the sauce.
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他囫囵吞下一碗面条.
tā hú lún tūn xià yī wǎn miàn tiáo.
He bolted down a bowl of noodles.
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成菜面条细薄, 卤汁酥香,咸鲜微辣, 香气扑鼻, 十分入味.
chéng cài miàn tiáo xì báo, , lǔ zhī sū, xiāng , xián xiān, wēi là , xiāng, qì pū bí ,.
Noodle dishes into thinness, Marinates Instant , tomato sauce, aroma spell, then great.
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他是煮意大利面条的高手。
tā shì zhǔ yì dà lì miàn tiáo de gāo shǒu。
He's a dab hand at cooking spaghetti.
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听着! 米饭 、 面条 、 粥 、 水和茶.
tīng zháo! ! mǐ、 fàn 、、 miàn、 tiáo 、 zhōu.
Now, listen! Rice, noodle, porridge, water and tea.
Cultural Notes for 面条
🏮Cultural insight
Noodles have a significant cultural symbolism in China, often associated with longevity and celebration during birthdays and New Year festivities. They are traditionally served uncut to represent a long life.
Frequently Asked Questions about 面条
You can say, '请给我一碗面条' (Qǐng gěi wǒ yī wǎn miàn tiáo) which means 'Please give me a bowl of noodles.'
面条 can be used in various dishes, including 炒面 (stir-fried noodles), 牛肉面 (beef noodles), and 面条汤 (noodle soup).
Yes, there are many types of noodles in China, such as 粉 (rice noodles), 挂面 (dried wheat noodles), and 牛肉面 (beef noodles) which vary by region.
