English–Japanese

“earthenware pot” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajikame

Example

古い甕に水を入れます。furu i kame ni mizu o i re ma su

I put water in the old earthenware pot.

Illustration for 甕 (earthenware pot)

How to say “earthenware pot” in Japanese

“Earthenware pot” in Japanese is 甕 (kame).

Describes a deep, sturdy earthenware vessel with a broad mouth, used to hold liquids or stored goods.

Full entry for 甕: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 甕

この大きな甕は、昔の酒造りに使われていました。ko no ō ki na kame wa mukashi no sake zuku ri ni tsuka wa re te i ma shi ta

This large earthenware pot was used for traditional sake brewing.

Tips for using 甕

  • In traditional Japanese food and drink making, 甕 (kame) can refer to a large earthenware vessel used for storage or fermentation.

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