English–Chinese
“fishy” in Chinese
Chinese
Pronunciation
Pinyinxīng
Example
这鱼有点腥。zhè yú yóu diǎn xīng
This fish has a slightly fishy smell.
How to say “fishy” in Chinese
“Fishy” in Chinese is 腥 (xīng).
A sharp, unpleasant smell left by raw fish, blood, or meat.
Example sentences with 腥
汤里放几片姜可以去掉腥味。tāng lǐ fàng jǐ piàn jiāng ké yǐ qù diào xīng wèi
A few slices of ginger in the soup can get rid of the fishy smell.
Tips for using 腥
- English speakers may know "fishy" as "suspicious," but this Chinese adjective describes a real smell, especially from food or blood.