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Sardine: meaning, definitions and examples

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sardine

 

[ sษ‘rหˆdin ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

food item

A sardine is a small, oily fish belonging to the herring family. They are often found in large schools in the ocean and are known for their rich flavor and high nutritional value. Sardines are commonly consumed either fresh or canned and are packed with omega-3 fatty acids, making them a popular choice for healthy diets.

Synonyms

fish, herring, pilchard

Examples of usage

  • I had a salad topped with sardines for lunch.
  • We bought a can of sardines for our camping trip.
  • Sardines are a good source of protein and healthy fats.
  • The restaurant serves grilled sardines as a specialty dish.

Translations

Translations of the word "sardine" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น sardinha

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเคพเคฐเฅเคกเคฟเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Sardine

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ sarden

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะฐั€ะดะธะฝะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ sardynka

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚คใƒฏใ‚ท

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท sardine

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ sardina

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sardalya

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ •์–ด๋ฆฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุณุฑุฏูŠู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sardinka

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ sardinka

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆฒ™ไธ้ฑผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ sardina

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ sardรญnรญa

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัะฐั€ะดะธะฝะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒแƒ แƒ“แƒ˜แƒœแƒแƒก

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sardina

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ sardina

Word origin

The word 'sardine' is believed to have originated in the early 15th century, derived from the French term 'sardine,' which itself comes from the Latin word 'sardina.' The Latin term is thought to be named after the Mediterranean island of Sardinia, where these fish were once abundant. The name has evolved over the centuries, reflecting changes in language and culture. Sardines have been a part of human diet for thousands of years, contributing to various cuisines across the world. Their popularity surged in the 19th century with advancements in canning technology, allowing for widespread preservation and distribution. Today, sardines are enjoyed globally, not only for their flavor but also for their health benefits.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,515, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.