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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

Such fishes as carp and trout live in fresh water.
This pond is full of carp swimming around.
Fish such as carp and trout live in fresh water.
I caught a carp in a net.
My grandfather likes looking at colorful carp in the pond on a fine day.

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