caviar
word
/ˈkæviˌɑɹ/
KA-vee-ar
/kˈævɪˌɑː/
KA-vee-ah
Definition
Caviar is the salted eggs of certain fish, especially sturgeon, and is considered a luxury food.
Usage & Nuances
Usually eaten as a delicacy and served at formal or upscale gatherings. The word can also be used metaphorically for something luxurious or exclusive. The authentic 'caviar' comes mainly from sturgeon; cheaper types are sometimes called 'caviar' but are not traditional.
Spanish: caviarPortuguese (BR): caviarPortuguese (PT): caviarChinese (Simplified): 鱼子酱Chinese (Traditional): 魚子醬Hindi: कैवियारArabic: الكافيارBengali: ক্যাভিয়ারRussian: икра (осетровая)Japanese: キャビアVietnamese: trứng cá muốiKorean: 캐비어Turkish: havyarUrdu: کیویارIndonesian: kaviar
Example Sentences
People eat caviar at special parties.
basic
Caviar comes from fish eggs.
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Some people say eating caviar is a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
natural
He brought caviar to impress his guests at the dinner.
natural
Not everyone likes the taste of caviar, even though it’s a status symbol.
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Caviar is very expensive in most countries.
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