How to Say ‘Diet’ in Simplified Chinese
饮食
yǐn shí
[yin shir]
💬 Usage Tip: [饮食] is a slightly broader word than just "food"; it means eating habits or diet. That's why it fits well in advice like [注意饮食].
Phrase Breakdown
饮食
yǐn shí
[yin shir]
diet; food and drink; eating habits
Refers to what people eat and drink, especially in relation to health.
医生说饮食要清淡一点。
The doctor said the diet should be a bit lighter.
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