B2
prawn vs shrimp
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| prawnnoun/prɔːn/ | Meaning a small sea animal with a long body and many legs, eaten as seafood | Goes with grilled prawns | Example We ordered a plate of grilled prawns with garlic and lemon. |
| shrimpnoun/ʃrɪmp/ | Meaning a small sea animal with a thin shell and ten legs that you can cook and eat | Goes with fresh shrimp | Example My mother makes the best spring rolls with fresh shrimp and pork. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
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