How to Say ‘Dried shrimp’ in Traditional Chinese
蝦米
xiā mǐ
[xiāmǐ]
💬 Usage Tip: 米 usually means "rice", but 蝦米 means dried shrimp, with no rice involved.
🇹🇼 In Taiwan: Dried shrimp is often hidden in fried rice, vegetables and sauces. Mention it specifically if you have a shellfish allergy.
Phrase Breakdown
蝦米
xiā mǐ
[xiāmǐ]
dried shrimp
Small dried shrimp used to add flavor.
這道菜裡有蝦米。
This dish has dried shrimp in it.
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