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[こい()]
koi
noun

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koi

English Meaning(s) for 鯉

noun
  1. common carp (Cyprinus carpio); koi carp

Definition and Synonyms for 鯉

Domestic Carp large Old World freshwater bottom-feeding fish introduced into Europe from Asia
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Carp any of various freshwater fish of the family Cyprinidae
Synonyms: コイ,
Carp the lean flesh of a fish that is often farmed
Synonyms: コイ,
Domestic Carp inhabits ponds and sluggish streams and often raised for food
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Carp can be baked or braised
Synonyms: コイ,
Domestic Carp introduced into United States where it has become a pest
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Meanings for each kanji in 鯉

» carp

Categories 鯉 is a member of

Carp any of various freshwater fish of the family Cyprinidae
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Cyprinid soft-finned mainly freshwater fishes typically having toothless jaws and cycloid scales
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Freshwater Fish flesh of fish from fresh water used as food
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Sample Sentences for 鯉

Did you know that carp eat tadpoles?
A clean river flows through our town, and we can see many carp swimming in it.
The pond abounds with carp.
Fish such as carp and trout live in fresh water.
This pond has a lot of carp.

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