鰤 (shī) - Amberjack, yellowtail — a type of large marine

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Amberjack, yellowtail — a type of large marine fish in the jack family, highly prized in Japanese cuisine, especially for sushi and sashimi.

Amberjack, yellowtail — a type of large marine

Usage highlights

Yellowtail fishBuri daikonHamachi sushiWild yellowtailAmberjack farmingBuri teriyaki

Synonyms

  • ブリ— Buri (Japanese name for adult yellowtail)
  • ハマチ— Hamachi (young yellowtail)
  • 黄尾鱼— Yellowtail fish (Chinese term)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The amberjack (鰤) is a popular fish in Japanese cuisine.
  • We ordered yellowtail sashimi (鰤の刺身) at the restaurant.
  • Buri is the Japanese name for adult yellowtail (鰤).
  • This sushi features premium hamachi (鰤).

Collocations

  • Yellowtail fish(鰤魚)
  • Buri daikon(鰤大根)
  • Hamachi sushi(鰤寿司)
  • Wild yellowtail(天然鰤)
  • Amberjack farming(鰤養殖)
  • Buri teriyaki(鰤照り焼き)

Idioms

  • referring to its different names at different growth stages(Buri no shusse (鰤の出世) — The social advancement of the yellowtail)
  • wealth attracts good things(Kane ga buri o yobu (金が鰤を呼ぶ) — Money calls the yellowtail)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • In Japan, the yellowtail (鰤) changes names as it grows: wakashi → inada → warasa → buri, symbolizing promotion and success.
  • Considered a winter delicacy in Japan, particularly prized during colder months when the fish develops higher fat content.
  • The fish is associated with good fortune and celebration in Japanese culture due to its name changes representing growth and advancement.

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