俗称

这种植物俗称“狗尾巴草”，在路边经常能看到。

This plant is commonly called “foxtail grass” and can often be seen by the roadside.

马铃薯在很多地方俗称土豆。

In many parts of China, malingshu (potatoes) are commonly called tudou.

这个场馆的官方名称是“国家体育场”，但大家更习惯用它的俗称——“鸟巢”

The official name of this venue is the National Stadium, but people are more accustomed to using its nickname, 'the Bird's Nest'.

“西红柿”是番茄的俗称，大家平时都这么叫。

Xihongshi is a common Chinese name for tomatoes, and people use it all the time.