鳝 (shàn) - Eel — refers to various species of eels,

鳝Tone 4

shàn ｜ 20 strokes ｜ radical:

善上

鳝 · shàn

Eel — refers to various species of eels, particularly the Asian swamp eel (Monopterus albus) and finless eels, commonly used in Chinese cuisine.

Eel — refers to various species of eels,

Usage highlights

Eel fishBraised eelEel noodlesFried eel slicesEel soupLive eel

Synonyms

  • 黄鳝— Asian swamp eel (specific species)
  • 鳝鱼— eel fish (common term)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • We ordered braised eel (红烧鳝鱼) for dinner.
  • Eel is rich in protein (鳝鱼富含蛋白质).
  • He caught an eel in the rice field (在稻田里抓到一条鳝鱼).
  • Eel noodles are a local specialty (鳝鱼面是当地特色).

Collocations

  • Eel fish(鳝鱼)
  • Braised eel(红烧鳝段)
  • Eel noodles(鳝丝面)
  • Fried eel slices(爆炒鳝片)
  • Eel soup(鳝鱼汤)
  • Live eel(活鳝鱼)

Idioms

  • Snake's head and eel's tail(蛇头鳝尾)
  • Like an eel in mud(如鳝入泥)
  • The eel slips away(鳝鱼溜走)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Eels are considered a delicacy in Chinese cuisine, prized for their tender texture and nutritional value.
  • In traditional Chinese medicine, eel is believed to have warming properties and is used to treat various ailments.
  • Eels are often associated with slippery or elusive qualities in Chinese idioms and expressions.

FAQ