Lubin (en. Lubin)

/ly.bɛ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

A sea fish, typically found in the coastal waters of Europe.

We caught lubin during our last sea excursion.

Nous avons pêché du lubin lors de notre dernière excursion en mer.

A dish made from this fish.

Grilled lubin is a highly sought-after dish in seafood restaurants.

Le lubin grillé est un plat très prisé dans les restaurants de fruits de mer.

The lubin is also known for its flavorful flesh, prized by gourmets.

I prefer lubin over other types of fish because of its delicate taste.

Je préfère le lubin aux autres types de poissons en raison de son goût délicat.

The origin of the word lubin comes from the Latin 'lupinus', which means 'wolf'.

to take a lubin

to catch a lubin while fishing.

prendre un lubin

to cook lubin

to prepare a dish made with lubin.

cuisiner du lubin

fish

An aquatic animal generally consumed as food.

poisson

sea

A large body of saltwater that covers a part of the earth's surface.

mer

A moment of enjoyment or conviviality.

We had a good lubin together at the fishery.

On a passé un bon lubin ensemble à la pêcherie.

A term of endearment for a close friend.

How are you, my lubin?

Ça va, mon lubin ?