Fish and chips
fish and CHIPS /fɪʃ ənd tʃɪps/
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What it really means
Britain's most famous takeaway: battered white fish (usually cod or haddock) with thick chips. Note for allergies: it is fish, often fried near shellfish items like scampi — check with the shop if you have a seafood allergy.
Chinese explanation
英国最有名的外卖：裹面糊炸的白身鱼（多为鳕鱼）配粗薯条。过敏提示：这是鱼类，且常与虾类食品（如炸虾）同锅油炸，海鲜过敏者要跟店家确认。
Example conversation
A: It's Friday — fish and chips?
B: Obviously. Large cod and chips for me.
A：今天周五——吃炸鱼薯条吗？
B：当然。我要大份鳕鱼加薯条。
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