ngư
/ŋɯ/
fish
Anh thích ăn ngư.
He likes to eat fish.
general
A cold-blooded aquatic animal with gills, fins, and scales, living in water.
Ngư là một nguồn thức ăn quan trọng.
Fish is an important food source.
The term 'ngư' is commonly used to refer to various species of fish in Vietnamese cuisine and general conversation.
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Pro Tip
Formal vs. Informal Usage
'Ngư' is more formal and often used in scientific or technical contexts, while 'cá' is more common in everyday language.
Word Origin
Derived from Sino-Vietnamese, originally meaning 'fish' or 'aquatic animal'.
Usage Notes
In Vietnamese, 'ngư' is often used in formal or scientific contexts, while 'cá' is more common in everyday speech.
Word Breakdown
ngư
fish
rootTừ Điển Việt Anh