鱿 (yóu) - Squid — refers to various species of squid,

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Squid — refers to various species of squid, particularly the common squid used as food.

Squid — refers to various species of squid,

Usage highlights

SquidDried squidGrilled squidStirSquid ringSquid ink

Synonyms

  • 乌贼— cuttlefish (similar cephalopod)
  • 章鱼— octopus (related cephalopod)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • We ordered grilled squid (烤鱿鱼) at the seafood restaurant.
  • Dried squid (鱿鱼干) is a popular snack.
  • The squid ink pasta (鱿鱼墨汁意面) was delicious.
  • He enjoys eating stir-fried squid with vegetables (炒鱿鱼).

Collocations

  • Squid(鱿鱼)
  • Dried squid(鱿鱼干)
  • Grilled squid(烤鱿鱼)
  • Stir-fried squid(炒鱿鱼)
  • Squid ring(鱿鱼圈)
  • Squid ink(鱿鱼墨)

Idioms

  • To get fired from a job(炒鱿鱼)
  • Fresh as a live squid(生猛如鲜鱿)
  • Squid's changing colors(鱿鱼变色)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Squid is a popular seafood in Chinese cuisine, prepared in various ways including grilling, stir-frying, and drying.
  • The idiom '炒鱿鱼' (stir-fried squid) metaphorically means being fired from a job, as squid curls up when cooked, resembling rolled-up bedding when one is dismissed.
  • Squid is considered a delicacy in coastal regions and is commonly served during festivals and celebrations.

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