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kabeljou

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: //ˈkeɪbəlˌjuː//

KK: /kæbəlˈju/

noun
Definition

A kind of fish found in southern Africa, known for its tasty flesh and often caught for food.


Example

The fisherman caught a large kabeljou during his trip to the coast.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever tried kabeljou?
Sloth B
No, I haven't. What does it taste like?
Sloth A
It's really delicious and has a mild flavor.
Sloth B
Sounds great! I should definitely give kabeljou a try.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
fish
bream
bass
Antonyms
mammal
reptile
amphibian
Root Explanation

The word 'kabeljou' originates from Dutch 'kabeljauw', which refers to a type of fish, specifically the cod. The term is used in South African English to denote a specific species of fish found in the region.

Memory Tip

Think of the Dutch word 'kabeljauw' for cod, which helps you remember that 'kabeljou' refers to a type of fish.

Visually Confused Words

No commonly confused words.

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