鯄 (qiú) - A type of fish, specifically referring to the

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qiú ｜ 18 strokes ｜ radical:

情仁

鯄 · qiú

A type of fish, specifically referring to the mandarin fish (Siniperca chuatsi), a freshwater fish native to East Asia known for its distinctive appearance and as a delicacy.

A type of fish, specifically referring to the

Usage highlights

mandarin fishsteamed mandarin fishbraised mandarin fishfresh mandarin fishmandarin fish soupfishing for mandarin fish

Synonyms

  • 鳜鱼— mandarin fish (more common term)
  • 桂鱼— mandarin fish (alternative name)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The mandarin fish (鯄鱼) is prized for its delicate flavor.
  • We ordered steamed mandarin fish (清蒸鯄鱼) at the restaurant.
  • This river is known for its population of mandarin fish (鯄).

Collocations

  • mandarin fish(鯄鱼)
  • steamed mandarin fish(清蒸鯄鱼)
  • braised mandarin fish(红烧鯄鱼)
  • fresh mandarin fish(新鲜鯄鱼)
  • mandarin fish soup(鯄鱼汤)
  • fishing for mandarin fish(钓鯄)

Idioms

  • As beautiful as a mandarin fish(美如鯄鱼)
  • The mandarin fish leaps over the dragon gate(鯄跃龙门)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • The mandarin fish (鯄) is considered a delicacy in Chinese cuisine, particularly in regions like Jiangsu and Zhejiang.
  • In Chinese culture, the mandarin fish is sometimes associated with beauty and elegance due to its distinctive appearance.
  • The fish appears in classical Chinese poetry and literature as a symbol of culinary refinement.

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