蜆 (xiàn) - Corbicula — a type of small freshwater clam

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蜆 · xiàn

Corbicula — a type of small freshwater clam or mussel, often found in rivers and lakes in East Asia.

Corbicula — a type of small freshwater clam

Usage highlights

Corbicula clamClam soupGolden clamClam fishingClam meatFreshwater clam

Synonyms

  • 蛤— clam (general term)
  • 蚌— mussel, freshwater clam

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • We found many clams (蜆) in the riverbed.
  • Corbicula clam soup (蜆湯) is a popular dish.
  • The golden clam (黃蜆) is a common variety.
  • He is fishing for clams (摸蜆).

Collocations

  • Corbicula clam(河蜆)
  • Clam soup(蜆湯)
  • Golden clam(黃蜆)
  • Clam fishing(摸蜆)
  • Clam meat(蜆肉)
  • Freshwater clam(淡水蜆)

Idioms

  • No specific idioms featuring 蜆 are widely recognized in classical literature.

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Corbicula clams (蜆) are a common food source in many East Asian cuisines, particularly in Taiwan and southern China.
  • They are often associated with freshwater environments and are sometimes used in traditional soups believed to have health benefits.
  • Clam fishing (摸蜆) is a popular recreational activity in some regions.

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