hermit crab in Chinese

hermit crab in Chinese is 寄居蟹.

hermit crab in Chinese

寄居蟹

noun

Pronounced: jì jū xiè

A decapod crustacean (not a true crab) from the superfamily Paguroidea, which salvages empty seashells or other portable objects to permanently shelter and protect its soft abdomen.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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What is "hermit crab" in Chinese?

"hermit crab" in Chinese is 寄居蟹.

How do you pronounce 寄居蟹?

"hermit crab" in Chinese is 寄居蟹, pronounced "jì jū xiè".

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