Definitions
- Referring to a type of sea creature with a hard shell and pincers. - Talking about a person who is irritable or complains a lot. - Describing a sideways movement, like that of a crab.
- Referring to a type of large shrimp often used in cooking. - Talking about a person who is arrogant or behaves in a superior manner. - Describing a quick or sudden movement, like that of a prawn.
List of Similarities
- 1Both are types of seafood.
- 2Both are popular ingredients in cooking.
- 3Both have a hard outer shell that needs to be removed before eating.
- 4Both can be eaten cooked or raw.
- 5Both are found in oceans and other bodies of water.
What is the difference?
- 1Size: Prawns are generally larger than crabs.
- 2Shape: Crabs have a distinct shape with two large claws and eight legs, while prawns have a more elongated shape with long antennae.
- 3Taste: Crab meat has a sweet and delicate flavor, while prawn meat has a mild and slightly sweet taste.
- 4Preparation: Crabs require more effort to prepare and eat due to their hard shell and pincers, while prawns are easier to peel and eat.
- 5Cultural significance: Crabs are often associated with coastal regions and seafood festivals, while prawns are popular in many different cultures and cuisines.
Remember this!
Crab and prawn are both types of seafood that are popular in cooking. However, they differ in size, shape, taste, preparation, and cultural significance. Crabs have a hard shell and pincers, making them more difficult to prepare and eat, but they have a sweet and delicate flavor. Prawns are easier to peel and eat, have a mild and slightly sweet taste, and are often larger than crabs.
