Chinese · Food & Drink
牛肉
niúròu
Beef
Beginnernoun
Definition
Meat from a cow.
Example
我点了一碗牛肉面。
I ordered a bowl of beef noodles.
Etymology
'牛肉' (niúròu) combines '牛' (niú), meaning 'cow,' and '肉' (ròu), meaning 'meat.' This term emerged as cattle became increasingly important in agriculture and diet, especially in northern China where beef dishes became popular.
How & Where It’s Used
'牛肉' (niúròu) is widely used in both spoken and written contexts, particularly in culinary discussions or restaurant orders. It is recognized in various regional cuisines, particularly in dishes like beef noodles or stir-fry.