鰽 (qiú) - Herring — a type of fish, specifically the

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鰽 · qiú

Herring — a type of fish, specifically the Pacific herring or Ilisha elongata.

Herring — a type of fish, specifically the

Usage highlights

Herring fishSalted herringHerring roeDried herringHerring seasonPacific herring

Synonyms

  • 鲱鱼— herring (more common term)
  • 青鱼— Pacific herring

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • We bought fresh herring (鰽鱼) at the market.
  • This dish is made with salted herring (咸鰽鱼).
  • The herring run occurs in spring (春季鰽鱼汛).

Collocations

  • Herring fish(鰽鱼)
  • Salted herring(咸鰽鱼)
  • Herring roe(鰽鱼子)
  • Dried herring(鰽鱼干)
  • Herring season(鰽鱼汛期)
  • Pacific herring(太平洋鰽)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • 鰽 refers to specific types of herring, particularly valued in coastal Chinese cuisine.
  • Herring has been an important food source in regions with access to the Pacific Ocean.

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