cá mòi

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The Vietnamese word "cá mòi" translates to "sardine" in English. It refers to a small, oily fish that is often found in schools in the ocean. Sardines are commonly used in cooking, either fresh or canned, and are popular for their rich flavor and nutritional benefits.

Basic Usage:

• Noun: "cá mòi" is used as a noun to refer specifically to sardines.

Example Sentences:

1. Tôi thích ăn cá mòi đóng hộp.
   (I like to eat canned sardines.)

2. Món salad này có cá mòi rất ngon.
   (This salad with sardines is very delicious.)

Advanced Usage:

In Vietnamese, "cá mòi" can also be used metaphorically. For example, when describing a crowded situation, you might say: - "Chúng tôi ngồi chật như cá mòi trong hộp."
(We are packed like sardines in a box.)

Word Variants:

• Cá mòi nướng: Grilled sardines.
• Cá mòi tươi: Fresh sardines.
• Cá mòi đóng hộp: Canned sardines.

Different Meanings:

• While "cá mòi" primarily refers to sardines, in some contexts, it can imply being cramped or very crowded, similar to the example given above.

Synonyms:

• Cá cơm: Anchovy (a smaller fish often confused with sardines).
• Cá biển: Sea fish (a broader term that includes sardines).

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noun

1. sardine
   • chật như cá mòi trong hộp
     packed like sardines in a box