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Meanings
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Japanese amberjack; yellowtail
usually written using kana alone
Refers specifically to Seriola quinqueradiata, a fish highly valued in Japanese cuisine, especially as sashimi or sushi. The name may vary by region and size (e.g., hamachi for young fish).
Winter yellowtail is fatty and delicious.
I bought fresh yellowtail fillets at the supermarket.
Usage patterns
- 〈物〉の照り焼きteriyaki-style grilled fish
Tonight's dinner is teriyaki yellowtail.
- 〈物〉を刺身にするto prepare (a fish) as sashimi
We sliced the fresh yellowtail into sashimi and ate it.