chao

/tʃaʊ/
noun
  1. A Vietnamese noodle soup, similar to congee or rice porridge, often made with chicken or pork.
    • When he was sick, his grandmother made him chao to help him feel better.
    • For breakfast, she had a warm bowl of chao with shredded chicken.
    • The street vendor served chao topped with fresh herbs and crispy shallots.
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