鱸 (lú) - Perch — refers to various species of freshwater

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Perch — refers to various species of freshwater and saltwater perch fish, particularly the Japanese sea perch (Lateolabrax japonicus).

Perch — refers to various species of freshwater

Usage highlights

Steamed perchJapanese sea perchPerch fishingPerch filletFreshwater perchPerch soup

Synonyms

  • 花鱸— Japanese sea perch (specific species)
  • 鱸魚— perch fish (general term)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • We ordered steamed perch at the restaurant (清蒸鱸鱼).
  • The Japanese sea perch is a popular food fish (花鱸).
  • This lake is known for its perch fishing (钓鱸鱼).
  • Perch is considered a delicacy in many cuisines (鱸鱼美味).

Collocations

  • Steamed perch(清蒸鱸鱼)
  • Japanese sea perch(花鱸)
  • Perch fishing(钓鱸)
  • Perch fillet(鱸鱼片)
  • Freshwater perch(淡水鱸鱼)
  • Perch soup(鱸鱼汤)

Idioms

  • Perch and water shield soup(鱸魚蓴羹)
  • Thinking of perch when homesick(莼羹鱸脍)
  • The perch of Songjiang(松江鱸鱼)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • The perch (鱸鱼) is celebrated in Chinese cuisine for its delicate flavor and tender flesh.
  • In classical Chinese literature, the perch is often associated with homesickness and nostalgia, as seen in the story of Zhang Han who resigned his post to return home for the perch soup of his hometown.
  • The Songjiang perch (松江鱸鱼) is one of the 'Four Famous Freshwater Fish' in China, alongside the Yellow River carp, the Mandarin fish, and the Xingkai Lake whitefish.

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