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Definition
Cocoa; the cocoa tree, native to South America, or its seed (cocoa bean).
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the raw ingredient or the beverage made from it, rather than the chocolate bar itself. When talking about the drink, locals often use the loanword 朱古力 instead, especially when referring to hot chocolate or chocolate milk. Use 可可 primarily when discussing the plant, the beans, or high-end cocoa powder.
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Common mistake
Avoid using 可可 to describe a chocolate bar or chocolate candy, as that is almost exclusively called 朱古力. Using 可可 for a candy bar sounds like you are talking about the raw botanical ingredient.
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