Definition
芝麻 (zhīma) is a noun meaning 'sesame (seed)'. It is unrelated to 麻 (má), which as an adjective means 'numb' or 'rough' and as a noun means 'hemp/flax'. The two words share a character but are distinct in meaning and usage.
noun
sesame (seed)
Examples
- 。zhī ma jiàng bàn miàn hěn hǎo chī.Sesame paste mixed noodles are delicious.
- 芝麻。Bié wèi zhī ma dà de xiǎo shì shēngqì.Don't get angry over a trivial matter as small as a sesame seed.
- 。zhī ma yóu kěyǐ hù fà.Sesame oil can be used for hair care.
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