Vietnamese · Food & Drink
rau
Vegetables; herbs
Beginnernoun
Definition
Vegetables and the fresh herbs served with most Vietnamese meals.
Example
Ăn nhiều rau tốt cho sức khỏe.
Eating lots of vegetables is good for your health.
Etymology
Rau, meaning 'vegetables' or 'herbs', is of native Vietnamese origin and reflects the importance of plant-based foods in the diet and cuisine.
How & Where It’s Used
Rau is used informally and formally in conversation and writing, often appearing in cooking contexts. It is prevalent across all regions and the varieties of herbs and greens showcase regional agricultural diversity.