Translation guide
The spotted scat is a specific fish species. This entry provides the Japanese name and related terms for the fish itself, as well as useful phrases for discussing it in contexts like aquariums, fishing, or dining.
Referring to the spotted scat as a biological species or individual fish.
Standard Japanese name for the spotted scat. Literally 'black-spotted manju sea bream', though it is not a true sea bream.
水族館でクロホシマンジュウダイを見ました。
I saw a spotted scat at the aquarium.
Loanword from English, used in some aquarium or pet trade contexts.
Talking about keeping spotted scats as pets or buying them.
To keep a spotted scat. Use this when discussing them as aquarium fish.
クロホシマンジュウダイを飼うのは難しいですか？
Is it difficult to keep spotted scats?
Referring to spotted scat as an edible fish, in cooking or dining contexts.
Dishes made with spotted scat. Not a common food fish in Japan, but may appear in regional cuisines.
沖縄ではクロホシマンジュウダイの唐揚げが食べられます。
In Okinawa, you can eat fried spotted scat.
Spotted scat is not a widely known fish in Japan outside of aquarium enthusiasts or specific regions. In casual conversation, you may need to explain what it is.
スポテッドスキャットは汽水魚です。
The spotted scat is a brackish water fish.