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The Vietnamese word "xoài" translates to "mango" in English. It is a noun used to refer to the tropical fruit that is beloved for its sweet and juicy flesh.

Basic Definition:

• Xoài (noun): Mango, a fruit that is commonly grown in most southern provinces of Vietnam.

Usage Instructions:

• You can use "xoài" when talking about the fruit itself, when ordering it at a market or restaurant, or when discussing its cultivation.

Example Sentence:

• "Tôi thích ăn xoài chín." (I like to eat ripe mangoes.)

Advanced Usage:

• In a culinary context, "xoài" can be used to describe dishes or snacks that feature mango, such as salads, smoothies, or desserts. For example: "Gỏi xoài" means mango salad.

Word Variants:

• There are several varieties of mango in Vietnam, each known by a specific name:
  • Xoài cát: The finest variety, known for its bright yellow skin and sweet flavor.
  • Xoài tượng: Another popular type, often larger and with a different taste profile.
  • Xoài voi: A variety that is typically rounder in shape.
  • Xoài xiêm: Known for its unique flavor and smaller size.
  • Xoài ngựa: A variety that is less common but still enjoyed.

Different Meanings:

• While "xoài" primarily means "mango," it can also refer to the mango tree itself in some contexts, though this is less common.

Synonyms:

• In Vietnamese, there are no direct synonyms for "xoài" as it specifically refers to mango. However, you might hear "trái xoài" which means "mango fruit."

Cultural Note:

• The best mangoes in Vietnam are said to come from the Cao Lãnh district in Đồng Tháp province. The fruit requires plenty of sunlight to develop its flavor, and the more sun it receives, the tastier and brighter it becomes.

noun

1. Mango
2. Mango plants are grown in most southern provinces. The most reputed mangoes come from Cao Lanh district in Dong Thap province. When the mangoes are ripening, they need large amounts of bright sunshine. The more sunshine the maturing fruit receives, the stronger its flavour will be and the brighter its skin will look. Mangoes are divided into several kinds, known locally as Xoai Cat, Xoai Tuong, Xoai Voi, Xoai Xiem, Xoai Ngua. The finest mango is Xoai Cat. The fruit has a brighter yellow peel and a rounder shape and weighs as much as 0.5 kilograms. The pulp is sweeter and more fragrant than that of other varieties

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Words Containing "xoài"

• hột xoài
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• nằm xoài

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