鮷 (tí) - A type of fish, specifically the Chinese longsnout

鮷Tone 2

tí ｜ 18 strokes ｜ radical:

檀婷

鮷 · tí

A type of fish, specifically the Chinese longsnout catfish (Leiocassis longirostris), also known as the Chinese sturgeon or Chinese paddlefish in some contexts.

A type of fish, specifically the Chinese longsnout

Usage highlights

catfishlongsnout catfishsteamed catfishcatfish soupcatfish fishingfreshwater catfish

Synonyms

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • We caught a large catfish (鮷鱼) in the river.
  • This restaurant specializes in steamed catfish (清蒸鮷鱼).
  • The Chinese longsnout catfish (长吻鮷) is native to the Yangtze River basin.
  • Fishermen use special nets for catching catfish (捕鮷网).

Collocations

  • catfish(鮷鱼)
  • longsnout catfish(长吻鮷)
  • steamed catfish(清蒸鮷)
  • catfish soup(鮷鱼汤)
  • catfish fishing(捕鮷)
  • freshwater catfish(淡水鮷)

Idioms

  • As slippery as a catfish(滑如鮷鱼)
  • Catfish in muddy waters(浑水鮷鱼)
  • The catfish effect(鮷鱼效应)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • 鮷鱼 are considered a delicacy in Chinese cuisine, particularly in regions along the Yangtze River.
  • In some folk traditions, catfish symbolize adaptability and survival due to their ability to thrive in various water conditions.
  • The character appears in classical Chinese texts describing aquatic life and fishing practices.

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