phở nước
Definition
- Noun:
- Broth-based pho: A type of Vietnamese noodle soup where the rice noodles and other ingredients are served in a bowl with hot, seasoned broth poured over them. This is the most common and classic form of pho.
- Wet pho: A descriptive term contrasting with "phở khô" (dry pho), specifying that the dish is served in a soupy, liquid form.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Tôi thích ăn phở nước hơn phở khô. (I prefer to eat broth-based pho over dry pho.)
- Quán này chuyên phục vụ phở nước. (This restaurant specializes in serving traditional pho with broth.)
- Một tô phở nước nóng là món hoàn hảo cho buổi sáng. (A hot bowl of pho with broth is perfect for the morning.)
Advanced Usage
- The term "phở nước" is often used explicitly to distinguish it from other variations, especially in contexts where both broth-based and dry-style pho are available on a menu. It emphasizes the presence of the signature aromatic broth.
Variants and Related Words
- Phở (n): The overarching term for the Vietnamese noodle soup dish.
- Phở khô (n): Dry pho, a style where the noodles and toppings are served with the broth in a separate bowl.
- Nước dùng (n): Broth or stock, the foundational liquid for phở nước.
Synonyms
- Pho soup
- Traditional pho (in contrast to dry or salad versions)
- Wet pho
Related Terms
- Phở tái (n): Pho with rare beef slices, a common order for phở nước.
- Phở gà (n): Chicken pho, which is always served as phở nước.