鰡 (liú) - A type of fish, specifically the Chinese mud

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鰡 · liú

A type of fish, specifically the Chinese mud carp (Cirrhinus molitorella), also known as the mud carp or dace.

A type of fish, specifically the Chinese mud

Usage highlights

Mud carpDace fishSteamed mud carpMud carp ballFishing for daceMud carp soup

Synonyms

  • 鯪— Dace; mud carp (alternative name for the same fish)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The mud carp (鰡魚) is a common freshwater fish in Southern China.
  • This dish is made with dace (鰡魚).
  • We went fishing for mud carp (釣鰡魚).

Collocations

  • Mud carp(鰡魚)
  • Dace fish(鰡魚)
  • Steamed mud carp(清蒸鰡魚)
  • Mud carp ball(鰡魚球)
  • Fishing for dace(釣鰡魚)
  • Mud carp soup(鰡魚湯)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • The mud carp is a significant food fish in Southern Chinese cuisine, particularly in Guangdong and Guangxi.
  • It is often used in traditional dishes, especially during festivals and family gatherings.

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