bao
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Noun — A soft, steamed Chinese bun, often filled with meat, vegetables, or sweet paste.
Synonyms
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How to use bao
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
Borrowed from Mandarin 包 (bāo), meaning "bun" or "wrap."
Full origin of bao →Frequently asked questions
What does “bao” mean?
The word “bao” means a soft, steamed Chinese bun, often filled with meat, vegetables, or sweet paste. In plain terms, a pillowy steamed bun from Chinese cuisine, usually stuffed with a savoury or sweet filling.
How do you pronounce “bao”?
“Bao” is pronounced bow (/baʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “bao” in a sentence?
Here is “bao” used in a sentence: “We ordered a basket of pork bao to share.”
What is another word for “bao”?
Words with a similar meaning to “bao” include dim sum.
What part of speech is “bao”?
“Bao” is a noun.