anchovy
Translation
anchovy
Examples
I don't like anchovies on my pizza.
I don't like anchovies on my pizza.
Anchovy paste adds a salty flavour.
Anchovy paste adds a salty flavor.
Grammar Patterns
anchovies ((on sth.)) anchovies on something I'd like extra anchovies on my pizza.
a can of anchovies a container of anchovies He bought a can of anchovies.
Similar Words
sardine, sprat
Etymology
From Spanish 'anchoa', possibly from Basque 'anchuva' meaning 'dry fish'.
Memory Tips
Think of a tiny, salty fish often found on pizza or in Caesar salad dressing. The 'chovy' part sounds a bit like 'chewy'.