つぶ貝がい

noun

whelk; sea snail (Neptunea, Buccinum)

Refers to edible sea snails of the whelk family, especially Neptunea and Buccinum species. Commonly encountered in Japanese cuisine.

See also: ツブ

• つぶ貝がいの刺さし身みはコリコリした食しょっ感かんが美味おいしい。

  Whelk sashimi has a crunchy texture that is delicious.

• 市いち場ばで新しん鮮せんなツブ貝がいを買かった。

  I bought fresh whelks at the market.