鲇 (nián) - Catfish — refers to various species of catfish,

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Catfish — refers to various species of catfish, especially the Amur catfish (Silurus asotus).

Catfish — refers to various species of catfish,

Usage highlights

CatfishAmur catfishCatfish soupCatfish headFresh catfishLive catfish

Synonyms

  • 鲶— alternative character for catfish
  • 鲶鱼— catfish (more common term)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • We caught a large catfish (鲇鱼) in the river.
  • Catfish soup (鲇鱼汤) is a traditional dish in some regions.
  • The fisherman specializes in catching catfish (鲇鱼).
  • This market sells fresh catfish (新鲜鲇鱼).

Collocations

  • Catfish(鲇鱼)
  • Amur catfish(鲶鱼)
  • Catfish soup(鲇鱼汤)
  • Catfish head(鲇鱼头)
  • Fresh catfish(新鲜鲇鱼)
  • Live catfish(活鲇鱼)

Idioms

  • Like a catfish in muddy water(浑水摸鲇)
  • Catfish effect(鲇鱼效应)
  • Catfish stirring up the mud(鲇鱼搅泥)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Catfish are considered a delicacy in some Chinese culinary traditions.
  • In business management, the 'catfish effect' refers to introducing competition to stimulate activity.
  • Catfish are often associated with muddy waters and bottom-feeding behavior.

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