Tuna
/ˈtjuːnə/
EN
A large, oily ocean-dwelling fish that is commonly caught for food, often served canned or fresh in dishes.
I ordered a tuna sandwich and a side salad for lunch today.
Etymology
The word originated in the 16th century from Spanish 'atún', derived from Arabic 'tunn', which itself came from Ancient Greek 'thynnos' meaning 'tunny fish'.
Translations
简体中文
金枪鱼,吞拿鱼
繁體中文
金槍魚,吞拿魚
日本語
マグロ,鮪
한국어
참치,다랑어
Deutsch
Thunfisch
Español
atún
Português
atum
Français
thon
Tiếng Việt
cá ngừ