bluefin tuna

• Espécie grande e comercialmente valiosa de atum que vive nos oceanos Atlântico e Pacífico, conhecida por seu sabor intenso e alto teor de gordura, frequentemente usada em sushi e sashimi.

A large, commercially valuable species of tuna found in the Atlantic and Pacific oceans, known for its rich flavor and high fat content, often used in sushi and sashimi.

1. Large marine fishB2formal

   A large, fast-swimming fish of the mackerel family, highly valued for its meat, especially in sushi.

   Grande peixe marinho

   • Bluefin tuna can weigh over 600 kilograms.
   • Overfishing has severely reduced bluefin tuna populations.
   • The restaurant serves fresh bluefin tuna sashimi.

2. Culinary ingredientB2informal

   The meat of this fish, considered a delicacy and often used in high-end cuisine.

   Ingrediente culinário

   • Bluefin tuna is prized for its rich flavor and fatty texture.
   • He ordered a bluefin tuna steak for dinner.
   • The sushi chef carefully sliced the bluefin tuna.