蛏 (chēng) - Razor clam — a type of edible saltwater

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Razor clam — a type of edible saltwater clam with a long, narrow shell, commonly found in coastal mudflats and a popular seafood in Chinese cuisine.

Razor clam — a type of edible saltwater

Usage highlights

Razor clamStirRazor clam soupSteamed razor clamsRazor clam meatRazor clam shell

Synonyms

  • 蛏子— Razor clam (common term)
  • 竹蛏— Bamboo razor clam (specific variety)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • We bought fresh razor clams at the market (买蛏子).
  • Stir-fried razor clams with garlic is delicious (蒜蓉蛏子).
  • The razor clam burrows in the sand (蛏在沙中钻洞).
  • This dish uses razor clams (这道菜用了蛏).

Collocations

  • Razor clam(蛏子)
  • Stir-fried razor clams(炒蛏子)
  • Razor clam soup(蛏子汤)
  • Steamed razor clams(蒸蛏子)
  • Razor clam meat(蛏肉)
  • Razor clam shell(蛏壳)

Idioms

  • None commonly associated with this character

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Razor clams are a traditional and popular seafood in Chinese coastal regions, especially in Fujian and Zhejiang provinces.
  • The character 蛏 is composed of the insect radical 虫, reflecting the historical classification of shellfish as 'insects of the water'.
  • Razor clam farming has a long history in China, with specific cultivation techniques developed over centuries.

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