Portuguese translation of geoduck is 
geoduck

Example Sentences with the Word "Geoduck" in English

Sentence in English: The geoduck is a large clam found along the Pacific coast.
(Translation in Portuguese: O geoduck é uma grande amêijoa encontrada ao longo da costa do Pacífico.)

Sentence in English: I’ve never tried geoduck, but I hear it’s a delicacy in some regions.
(Translation in Portuguese: Nunca experimentei geoduck, mas ouvi dizer que é uma iguaria em algumas regiões.)

Sentence in English: The geoduck’s long siphon makes it look quite unusual.
(Translation in Portuguese: O sifão longo do geoduck faz com que ele pareça bem incomum.)

Sentence in English: Geoducks are often harvested by hand, which requires skilled divers.
(Translation in Portuguese: Geoducks são frequentemente colhidos à mão, o que requer mergulhadores experientes.)

Sentence in English: The geoduck is a symbol of the region's unique marine life.
(Translation in Portuguese: O geoduck é um símbolo da vida marinha única da região.)

Sentence in English: Geoducks are prized for their sweet, briny flavor.
(Translation in Portuguese: Geoducks são valorizados por seu sabor doce e salgado.)

Sentence in English: The harvesting of geoducks is a sustainable industry in some parts of the world.
(Translation in Portuguese: A colheita de geoducks é uma indústria sustentável em algumas partes do mundo.)

Sentence in English: Some chefs specialize in preparing dishes with geoduck.
(Translation in Portuguese: Alguns chefs se especializam em preparar pratos com geoduck.)

Sentence in English: The geoduck's unique appearance makes it a popular subject in marine biology studies.
(Translation in Portuguese: A aparência única do geoduck faz dele um tema popular em estudos de biologia marinha.)

Sentence in English: The geoduck is an important part of the ecosystem in the Pacific Northwest.
(Translation in Portuguese: O geoduck é uma parte importante do ecossistema no Noroeste do Pacífico.)

Meaning of "Geoduck" and "geoduck"

The word "geoduck" in English refers to a species of large clam native to the Pacific Northwest of North America, scientifically known as *Panopea generosa*. It is known for its long siphon, which can extend several feet in length. Geoducks are prized for their meat, which has a sweet, briny taste. The word "geoduck" comes from the Chinook Jargon, where it was originally spelled "gídok," meaning "dig deep." In Portuguese, "geoduck" maintains the same meaning, referring to this same species of clam. While the term is relatively uncommon in everyday conversation, it is widely recognized in culinary and marine biology contexts.

Pronunciation of "Geoduck" and "geoduck"

Pronunciation of "Geoduck" in English:

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈdʒiː.oʊ.dʌk/

Pronunciation Variations: In English, "geoduck" is generally pronounced with the "geo" sounding like "gee" and the "duck" like the common word for the bird. Some regional variations might slightly alter the vowel sounds, but the standard pronunciation remains consistent across most dialects.

Pronunciation of "geoduck" in Portuguese:

Phonetic Transcription: /ʒi.oʊ.dʌk/

Pronunciation Variations: In Portuguese, the pronunciation is similar to its English counterpart, but the "g" sound is soft, resembling the "j" in "jeito" or "gelo." The "e" in "geo" sounds like "ee," and "duck" remains the same, though in some Brazilian accents, the "u" in "duck" might be softened.

Synonyms, Antonyms, and Similar Words

Synonyms, Antonyms, and Similar Words in English

Synonyms: clam, mollusk, bivalve

Antonyms: (There are no direct antonyms for "geoduck," as it refers to a specific species of clam.)

Similar Words: oyster, mussel, scallop, shellfish

Synonyms, Antonyms, and Similar Words in Portuguese

Synonyms: amêijoa, molusco, bivalve

Antonyms: (Não há antônimos diretos para "geoduck", pois se refere a uma espécie específica de amêijoa.)

Similar Words: ostras, mexilhão, vieira, marisco

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