Is 魣 commonly used in Chinese?

No, this is an extremely rare character used primarily in specialized contexts like marine biology or fishing terminology.

Can 魣 be used in personal names?

While technically possible, it is not recommended due to its rarity and specific meaning as a predatory fish. Most people would not recognize this character.

What is the difference between 魣 and 梭鱼?

Both refer to barracuda, but 梭鱼 is the more commonly used term in everyday Chinese, while 魣 is the technical zoological term.

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Barracuda — refers to a type of predatory fish, specifically the Japanese barracuda (Sphyraena japonica).

Barracuda — refers to a type of predatory

Usage highlights

Barracuda fishJapanese barracudaBarracuda meatBarracuda teethBarracuda fishingBarracuda species

Synonyms

梭鱼— barracuda (more common term)
海狼— sea wolf (colloquial name for barracuda)

Usage & contexts

Examples

The barracuda (魣鱼) is known for its sharp teeth.
We caught a Japanese barracuda (日本魣) while fishing.
Barracuda meat (魣肉) is sometimes used in sushi.
The barracuda's predatory nature (魣的捕食性) makes it an efficient hunter.

Collocations

Barracuda fish(魣鱼)
Japanese barracuda(日本魣)
Barracuda meat(魣肉)
Barracuda teeth(魣齿)
Barracuda fishing(钓魣)
Barracuda species(魣类)

Idioms

None commonly used with this character

Cultural background

FAQ

This character is primarily used in zoological and fishing contexts to refer to barracuda species.
It is a rare character even in Chinese, primarily appearing in specialized texts about marine biology or fishing.

魣 (xù) - Barracuda — refers to a type of predatory