Telugu · Food & Drink
చేప
chepa
Fish
Beginnernoun
Definition
An animal that lives in water; chepala pulusu is a coastal classic.
Example
చేపల పులుసు రుచిగా ఉంటుంది.
Fish curry is tasty.
Etymology
The word 'చేప' (chepa) has its roots in the classical Sanskrit word 'मीन' (mīna), which means fish. Over time, it has come to denote various species of fish eaten in Telugu cuisine.
How & Where It’s Used
'చేప' is used in both informal and formal contexts, common in spoken language among fishermen and in market settings, as well as in written culinary descriptions.
Literary Heritage
It is often mentioned in traditional recipes and folk songs related to fishing culture.