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squid

кальмар

Meaning of squid

soft white cephalopod

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EN-UK/ˈskwɪd/
EN-US/skwɪd/
RU[kəlʲˈmar]
squid
squid - кальмар
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squid usage examples

🇺🇸en-US🇷🇺ru

Calamari is made from fried squid rings.

Кальмары обычно готовят в виде жареных колечек.

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The squid swam quickly through the clear water.

Кальмар быстро проплыл по прозрачной воде.

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squid belongs to the topic "Fish & Seafood". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.

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calamari
кулинарный термин для блюда из кальмара; чаще обозначает приготовленное (например жареное) мясо кальмара
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calamari

кулинарный термин для блюда из кальмара; чаще обозначает приготовленное (например жареное) мясо кальмара

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We ordered fried calamari as a starter.

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What does squid mean?

soft white cephalopod

How do you pronounce squid?

squid is pronounced as /ˈskwɪd/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.

How is squid used in a sentence?

Calamari is made from fried squid rings. Translation: Кальмары обычно готовят в виде жареных колечек.

Is squid part of Sea Life vocabulary?

Yes, squid (кальмар) can be learned in the Sea Life topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

Is squid part of Fish & Seafood vocabulary?

Yes, squid (кальмар) can be learned in the Fish & Seafood topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

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