cá tươi

/kaː tɨəj/
nounBeginner
informal

fresh fish

Tôi muốn mua cá tươi để nấu canh.

I want to buy fresh fish to make soup.

💡

Commonly used in markets and restaurants to specify fish that has not been frozen or preserved.

Collocations

cá tươi ngondelicious fresh fishmua cá tươito buy fresh fish

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Related Phrases

cá tươi ngonphrase
delicious fresh fish
mua cá tươiphrase
to buy fresh fish

💡Pro Tip

Cultural Importance

In Vietnamese culture, fresh fish is often associated with health and quality, especially in coastal regions.

Gold Rule

Usage in Markets

When shopping for fish, always ask for 'cá tươi' to ensure you get the freshest catch.

📖Word Origin

Combination of 'cá' (fish) and 'tươi' (fresh).

📝Usage Notes

In Vietnamese cuisine, 'cá tươi' is preferred for dishes like fish soup or grilled fish to ensure the best flavor and texture.

Word Breakdown

fish
root
+
tươi
fresh
root
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