Herring - translation, pronunciation and examples
herring
savory oil-rich fish
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When to use herring
маринованная сельдь
копчёная сельдь
солёная сельдь
свежая сельдь
филе сельди
herring usage examples
Сельдь часто маринуют и подают как закуску.
Herring is often pickled and served as a snack.
У свежей сельди ярко выраженный насыщенный вкус.
Fresh herring has a strong, savory flavor.
Similar words
the generic common name for oil-rich fish of the genus Clupea.
usually a smaller oily fish often sold canned; sometimes overlaps with young herring/pilchard but often denotes different species.
a smaller, saltier fish used mainly preserved (salted/anchovy paste) as a seasoning; stronger flavour than typical herring.
a larger, meatier oily fish (different genus/family); shares 'oily fish' category but is distinct from herring.
a less common term for very small herring-like fish (often canned); a specialised or regional name (brisling sardine).
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the generic common name for oil-rich fish of the genus Clupea.
Herring is a common oily fish in northern seas.
Сельдь — распространённая жирная рыба северных морей.
usually a smaller oily fish often sold canned; sometimes overlaps with young herring/pilchard but often denotes different species.
Sardines are often sold canned in olive oil.
Сардины часто продаются в консервах в оливковом масле.
a smaller, saltier fish used mainly preserved (salted/anchovy paste) as a seasoning; stronger flavour than typical herring.
Anchovies add a salty umami kick to sauces.
Анчоусы придают соусам солёный умами-акцент.
a larger, meatier oily fish (different genus/family); shares 'oily fish' category but is distinct from herring.
Mackerel is best grilled with lemon.
Скумбрия лучше всего жарится на гриле с лимоном.
a less common term for very small herring-like fish (often canned); a specialised or regional name (brisling sardine).
Brisling sardines are considered a delicate canned fish.
Брислинг считается деликатной консервированной рыбой.
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How to pronounce herring and what this word means
herring translation: сельдь. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce herring
/ˈhɛr.ɪŋ/
herring translation
сельдь
herring examples
Herring is often pickled and served as a snack.
herring transcription
/ˈhɛr.ɪŋ/, /ˈhɛrɪŋ/
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herring meaning: what does it mean?
savory oil-rich fish
herring pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
herring is pronounced as /ˈhɛr.ɪŋ/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
herring definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
Herring is often pickled and served as a snack. Translation: Сельдь часто маринуют и подают как закуску.
Is herring part of Fish and Seafood vocabulary?
Yes, herring (сельдь) can be learned in the Fish and Seafood topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is herring part of Food vocabulary?
Yes, herring (сельдь) can be learned in the Food topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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