鳁 (wēn) - Sardine — a type of small, oily fish & specifically refers to the Japanese pilchard (Sardinops sagax)

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鳁 · wēn

Sardine — a type of small, oily fish;

specifically refers to the Japanese pilchard (Sardinops sagax) in Chinese contexts.

Sardine — a type of small, oily fishspecifically refers to the Japanese pilchard (Sardinops sagax)

Usage highlights

Sardine fishCanned sardinesFresh sardinesSardine fishingSardine canning

Synonyms

  • 沙丁鱼— sardine (more common transliteration)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The market sells fresh sardines (新鲜鳁鱼).
  • Canned sardines are a popular food (罐头鳁鱼).
  • This dish is made with sardines (用鳁鱼做的菜).

Collocations

  • Sardine fish(鳁鱼)
  • Canned sardines(罐头鳁鱼)
  • Fresh sardines(新鲜鳁鱼)
  • Sardine fishing(捕鳁)
  • Sardine canning(鳁鱼罐头加工)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • 鳁 refers specifically to sardines, particularly important in East Asian fisheries.
  • The character is primarily used in technical and culinary contexts rather than general language.

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