魷 (yóu) - Squid — refers to various species of squid,

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Squid — refers to various species of squid, particularly the common squid used in cooking.

Squid — refers to various species of squid,

Usage highlights

SquidGrilled squidDried squidSquid ringSquid inkFresh squid

Synonyms

  • 烏賊— cuttlefish (similar marine animal)
  • 章魚— octopus (eight-armed cephalopod)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • I ordered grilled squid at the restaurant (烤魷魚).
  • Dried squid is a popular snack (魷魚乾).
  • Squid ink pasta is delicious (魷魚墨義大利麵).
  • The squid has ten tentacles (魷魚有十條觸鬚).

Collocations

  • Squid(魷魚)
  • Grilled squid(烤魷魚)
  • Dried squid(魷魚乾)
  • Squid ring(魷魚圈)
  • Squid ink(魷魚墨)
  • Fresh squid(新鮮魷魚)

Idioms

  • Like a squid escaping(如魷魚脫身)
  • Squid's ink defense(魷魚墨防禦)
  • Squid in troubled waters(渾水摸魷)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Squid is a popular seafood in Chinese cuisine, particularly in coastal regions.
  • In Taiwanese culture, grilled squid is a common night market street food.
  • Squid ink is used in special dishes and considered a delicacy.

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