Why does the Chinese word for "Steamed bun" sound like
Bow-zuh?!

包子

The Real Meaning

In Mandarin Chinese, the character 包子 (pronounced as bāo zi) actually translates to Steamed bun.

The Funny Part

Also slang for calling someone chubby. 'You little bāo zi' can be either cute or offensive.

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包子 means steamed bun! bāo zi — a classic Chinese breakfast food. Delicious!