Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

mao shan wang

/ˈmaʊ˦ ˈʃan˦ ˈwaŋ˨˦/

Word Rarity Rare

Frequency: Zipf frequency 3.03 in modern English

Syllables: mao shan wang
IPA: /ˈmaʊ˦ ˈʃan˦ ˈwaŋ˨˦/

20

Scrabble Score

11

Letters

1

Syllables

8

Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

A premium variety of durian, characterized by its bright yellow flesh, bittersweet taste and creamy texture.

Example Sentences

"To make sure a seller isn't passing off a lesser durian as a Mao Shan Wang, look for prominent seams radiating from the base of the durian."
"Prized for its bright yellow, bittersweet flesh, Mao Shan Wang was a best-selling durian this year."
"There are several different types of durian, with names such as Mao Shan Wang (Cat Mountain King), Hong Xia (Red Prawn), Mon Thong (Golden Pillow), or simple numbers such as D24, D1, D13 and D100."
"The coveted Mao Shan Wang, or Cat Mountain King, is a premium breed known for its creamy and sticky texture and bittersweet taste."
"A popular variety like Mao Shan Wang (Musang King), which sold for as little as $12 per kg earlier this month, now costs at least $16 a kg."
"Mr Shui, who has been in the business for more than 30 years, brings in about 10 durian varieties from both Johor and Penang – including the highly sought-after Mao Shan Wang."

Etymology

From Malay musang (“civet cat”), via Mandarin 貓山王 /猫山王 (māo shān wáng).

Word Breakdown

Root: 貓山王

Synonyms

cat mountain king musang king civet king butter durian rajah kunyit

Questions

How do you pronounce mao shan wang?: The recorded pronunciation is /ˈmaʊ˦ ˈʃan˦ ˈwaŋ˨˦/.
What does mao shan wang mean?: A premium variety of durian, characterized by its bright yellow flesh, bittersweet taste and creamy texture.
Where does mao shan wang come from?: From Malay musang (“civet cat”), via Mandarin 貓山王 /猫山王 (māo shān wáng).

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