Definition
疏松 is a stative verb (adjective) describing something that is loose, not compact, or puffy in texture. It commonly applies to soil (疏松的土壤), bread or cake (疏松的面包), or other materials where particles are not tightly packed. Unlike the general word 松 (loose), 疏松 emphasizes a structural quality rather than a state of being untied or relaxed. In some contexts it can also function as a transitive verb meaning 'to loosen' (e.g., 疏松土壤), but the primary use is adjectival.
s.v.
loose (of soil, texture, or structure)puffy (of bread, cake, or similar food)
Examples
- 疏松,。Zhè kuài tǔdì hěn shū sōng, shìhé zhòng huāshēng.This piece of land is very loose, suitable for planting peanuts.
- 疏松,。Gāng kǎo chūlái de miànbāo fēicháng shū sōng, kǒugǎn hěn hǎo.The freshly baked bread is very puffy and has a great texture.
- 疏松,。Zhè zhǒng dàngāo zhìdì shū sōng, rùkǒu jí huà.This kind of cake has a loose texture and melts in your mouth.
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