Sanche (en. Sanche)

[sɑ̃ʃ]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Sanche is the flesh of fish, notably that of tuna, often used for cooked dishes.
Tuna sanche is highly appreciated for sushi.
La sanche de thon est très appréciée pour les sushis.
Synonym for fish meat in certain regions.
In certain cultures, sanche is a traditional dish during festivities.
Dans certaines cultures, la sanche est un plat traditionnel pendant les fêtes.

Etymology

The word 'sanche' comes from the Occitan term 'sanch', referring to fish flesh.

Common Phrases and Expressions

tuna sanche
Term referring to the most delicate part of tuna, mainly used for sushi.
sanche de thon
to consume sanche
Refers to the consumption of fish flesh, often in the form of a cooked dish.
consommer de la sanche

Related Words

tuna
A species of fish whose flesh is often referred to as sanche.
thon
fish
An aquatic animal whose flesh can be called sanche depending on culinary contexts.
poisson

Slang Meanings

Eating sanche can be synonymous with enjoying life.
After a week of work, we're going to have a sanche evening.
Après une semaine de travail, on va se faire une soirée sanche.
Sanche in marine jargon sometimes refers to a particularly lucky catch.
This morning, I made an incredible sanche at the fish market.
Ce matin, j'ai fait une sanche incroyable au marché aux poissons.