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Sturgeons Meaning in English

word · lemma: sturgeon

ˈstɝdʒənz
STUR-jenz
stˈɜːdʒənz
STUR-jenz

释义

Sturgeons are large, ancient fish found mostly in the Northern Hemisphere, well known for their eggs, which are made into caviar.

用法与细微差别

'Sturgeon' is used for both singular and plural (rare), though 'sturgeons' is common for different species. Mostly formal/scientific/culinary contexts. Often associated with 'caviar,' 'endangered,' and 'freshwater.' Not eaten often as regular fish.

例句

It’s getting rare to see sturgeons in the wild these days.

natural

Sturgeons live in rivers and lakes in Europe, Asia, and North America.

basic

People collect caviar from sturgeons.

basic

Some species of sturgeons are endangered.

basic

Many chefs consider sturgeons a delicacy because of their unique flavor and caviar.

natural

The river used to be full of sturgeons, but not anymore.

natural