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    Salmón (en. Salmon)

    /sal'mon/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Fish from the salmon family, typical of cold waters and known for its migrations.
    The salmon returned to its birthplace to spawn.
    El salmón regresó a su lugar de nacimiento para desovar.
    Meat of this fish, appreciated in cuisine.
    I love salmon sashimi.
    Me encanta el sashimi de salmón.
    The characteristic pink color of this fish.
    The room's paint has a very nice salmon tone.
    La pintura de la habitación tiene un tono salmón muy agradable.

    Etymology

    It comes from the Latin 'salmo', derived from 'salire', which means to jump.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    salmonette
    A variety of fish similar to salmon, often used in gastronomy.
    salmonete
    to eat like a salmon
    Expression that refers to eating in large quantities.
    comer como un salmón

    Related Words

    smoked salmon
    Salmon that has undergone a smoking process for preservation.
    salmón ahumado
    king salmon
    Species of salmon known for its large size and quality.
    salmón real
    trout
    Fish similar to salmon, also belonging to the salmon family.
    trucha

    Slang Meanings

    Refers to someone who travels far and returns.
    That guy is a salmon; every summer he goes to work abroad.
    Ese chico es un salmón, cada verano se va a trabajar al extranjero.
    Person who excels in their field.
    You are a salmon in the kitchen; you always surprise everyone with your dishes.
    Eres un salmón en la cocina, siempre sorprendes a todos con tus platos.