鯦 (jiù) - A type of fish, specifically the Japanese grenadier

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鯦 · jiù

A type of fish, specifically the Japanese grenadier anchovy (Coilia nasus), a slender saltwater fish found in East Asian waters.

A type of fish, specifically the Japanese grenadier

Usage highlights

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Synonyms

  • 凤尾鱼— phoenix-tail fish (another name for grenadier anchovy)
  • 刀鱼— knife fish (regional name for similar species)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The grenadier anchovy (鯦鱼) is commonly found in coastal waters.
  • Fishermen catch this fish (捕鯦) during certain seasons.
  • This species (鯦类) migrates up rivers to spawn.

Collocations

  • grenadier anchovy(鯦鱼)
  • catch grenadier anchovy(捕鯦)
  • dried grenadier anchovy(鯦干)
  • grenadier anchovy species(鯦类)
  • grenadier anchovy fishing(钓鯦)
  • grenadier anchovy roe(鯦子)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • The grenadier anchovy is an economically important fish species in East Asian coastal regions.
  • It is known for its delicate flavor and is often dried or used in fish sauce production.
  • The character appears mainly in technical or regional contexts rather than common vocabulary.

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