鲖 (tóng) - A type of freshwater fish, specifically the yellow & also refers to an ancient place name, Tongyi,

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鲖 · tóng

A type of freshwater fish, specifically the yellow catfish or Pelteobagrus fulvidraco;

also refers to an ancient place name, Tongyi, in modern Anhui province.

A type of freshwater fish, specifically the yellowalso refers to an ancient place name, Tongyi,

Usage highlights

Yellow catfishTongyi CountyFreshwater catfishBraised catfishCatfish soup

Synonyms

  • 黄颡鱼— Yellow catfish (same species)
  • 嘎鱼— Another common name for the yellow catfish

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The yellow catfish (鲖鱼) is a common freshwater species.
  • Tongyi County (鲖阳县) was an ancient administrative division.
  • This dish features braised catfish (红烧鲖鱼).

Collocations

  • Yellow catfish(鲖鱼)
  • Tongyi County(鲖阳县)
  • Freshwater catfish(淡水鲖鱼)
  • Braised catfish(红烧鲖鱼)
  • Catfish soup(鲖鱼汤)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Primarily known as a specific type of edible freshwater fish in Chinese cuisine.
  • Also appears as a historical place name from ancient China.

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