No. 5,365 in French
bakwa
"Bakwa" is not a standard French word; it may refer to a proper noun, regional term, or misspelling. Context is needed.
In a sentence
Le plat traditionnel appelé bakwa est très populaire à Singapour.
The traditional dish called bakwa is very popular in Singapore.
Here, 'bakwa' refers to a specific food item, commonly known as Chinese pork jerky, used as a noun to denote this particular dish.
Je vois tellement de bakwa sur la table pendant le Nouvel An chinois.
I see so much bakwa on the table during Chinese New Year.
In this sentence, 'bakwa' is used to describe the presence of the food on the table as a representative dish of the celebration, showing its cultural significance.
Nous avons acheté du bakwa au marché pour grignoter plus tard.
We bought some bakwa at the market to snack on later.
Usage of 'bakwa' here illustrates its application in everyday conversation, describing an activity of purchasing and consuming this specialty food.
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