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Sashimi - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Sashimi is a Japanese dish of thinly sliced raw fish or seafood, often served with soy sauce and wasabi. It highlights fresh ingredients and is a popular delicacy.

sashimi

/sɑˈʃimi/ /sæˈʃiːmi/

Definition:

A Japanese dish of thinly sliced raw fish, often served with soy sauce and wasabi.

Synonyms:

raw fish, sushi, ceviche, crudo

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

cooked fish, fried fish

Common Collocations:

fresh sashimi, salmon sashimi, tuna sashimi, sashimi platter

Derivatives:

sashimis (plural)

Usage Tips:

Use "sashimi" to refer specifically to raw fish slices, not other raw dishes like sushi or tartare.

Common Phrases:

sashimi grade, sashimi knife, sashimi platter

Etymology:

From Japanese 刺身 (sashimi), meaning "pierced body," referring to the traditional method of preparing the fish.

Examples:

  • 1. She ordered salmon sashimi at the restaurant.
  • 2. The chef sliced the tuna into perfect sashimi pieces.
  • 3. Sashimi is best enjoyed with a dab of wasabi.
  • 4. He prefers sashimi over sushi because it’s simpler.

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