Translation guide
The most common word for squid as food or animal is イカ. There are many species, but learners mainly need the general term.
The learner wants to refer to squid in everyday contexts, such as ordering food or talking about sea creatures.
The standard word for squid in all contexts. Can be written in katakana or hiragana. Used for both the animal and the food.
Dried squid, a common snack. Often served with mayonnaise or as a drinking snack.
Raw squid cut into thin strips resembling somen noodles, served with soy sauce and ginger.
I ate squid somen in Hokkaido.
Have you ever eaten squid?
I saw a big squid at the aquarium.
I drank beer while chewing on dried squid.