饭店 (fàndiàn)
noun · Beginner · Travel & Places
Meaning
English: Restaurant
A place where you pay to eat meals.
Examples
🗣 这家饭店的菜很有名。
💬 The food at this restaurant is famous.
Etymology
‘饭店’ (fàndiàn) directly translates to ‘rice shop.’ The word reflects the historical importance of rice as a staple food and the role of eateries serving it in communal dining.
How & Where It’s Used
‘饭店’ (fàndiàn) is commonly used in casual spoken and written contexts, associated with dining establishments throughout China offering a variety of meals.
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