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Smelly mandarin fish (臭鳜鱼) — Chinglish Slang

📌 Quick Overview | 词条速览

Slang Name：Smelly mandarin fish

Chinese：臭鳜鱼

Type：Food & Drink / Chinglish Slang

🔎 Full Meaning | 完整释义

English：
Fermented mandarin fish.

中文：
臭鳜鱼——闻着臭吃着香。

📜 Origin & Background | 词源与文化背景

Famous Anhui dish.

📖 Example Sentences | 双语实用例句

📌 Example 1
"Smelly mandarin fish is a delicacy!"

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✍️ By Chinglish Lab Team · 📅 Apr 30, 2026
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