Definition

A type of Chinese dumpling that is usually filled with meat, seafood, or vegetables and can be served in soup or fried.

Example

I ordered a bowl of wonton soup for dinner.

Conversation

Have you ever tried a wonton soup before?

Yes, I love it! The flavors are amazing.

I really want to learn how to make wontons at home.

That would be fun! We could even have a cooking night together.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Wonton** → The word 'wonton' comes from the Cantonese term '雲吞' (wàhn tān), which means 'cloud swallow'. The first character '雲' (wàhn) means 'cloud', and the second character '吞' (tān) means 'to swallow'. The term refers to the dumpling's shape, which resembles a cloud, and the act of swallowing it whole.

Memory Tip

Imagine a fluffy 'cloud' ('雲') that you can 'swallow' ('吞') whole — that's how wontons are shaped and enjoyed.

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