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Definition
Pea; peas.
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How it's used
Peas are almost exclusively referred to as 豌豆 in formal contexts or on menus, but in daily life, people often just use the term 青豆 to describe small green peas. Using 豌豆 specifically highlights the botanical variety rather than just the color or size of the vegetable.
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Do you like eating peas?
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse 豌豆 with 豆角, which refers to long beans or string beans. Remember that 豌豆 specifically refers to the round, pea-shaped seeds found inside pods.
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