No. 1,995 in Chinese
素
"素" means "plain," "simple," or "vegetarian" depending on the context.
In a sentence
这家餐馆有很多素菜可供选择。
This restaurant has many vegetarian dishes available.
素 refers to vegetarian food or plant-based dishes in this context, emphasizing the type of cuisine offered by the restaurant.
他的书法作品非常素雅，给人一种宁静的感觉。
His calligraphy works are very elegant and simple, giving a sense of tranquility.
素 is used to describe simplicity or plainness in aesthetics here, relating to the elegance and tranquility of the calligraphy.
为了健康，他决定多吃素食。
For his health, he decided to eat more vegetarian food.
素 refers to vegetarian or plant-based food in particular, focusing on dietary choices and lifestyle.
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