The English pronunciation of "饺子" is "jiao zi".
In Chinese cuisine, 饺子 (jiao zi) refers to dumplings that are typically made with minced meat and vegetables wrapped in a thin dough wrapper. The filling can vary, but popular options include pork, beef, chicken, shrimp, or even vegetarian options. The word "饺子" is pronounced as "jiao zi" in Mandarin Chinese, with the first syllable "jiao" sounding similar to the English word "jow" and the second syllable "zi" pronounced as "dzuh". The character "饺" represents the shape of the dumpling resembling an ancient Chinese currency. These delicious dumplings are often steamed, boiled, or pan-fried, and are commonly enjoyed during Chinese New Year or as a popular street food throughout the year.