English–Japanese

“fatty tuna” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajitoro

Example

すし屋でとろを注文します。su shi ya de to ro o chū mon shi ma su

I order fatty tuna at a sushi restaurant.

Illustration for とろ (fatty tuna)

How to say “fatty tuna” in Japanese

“Fatty tuna” in Japanese is とろ (toro).

Describes tuna flesh with a high fat content, especially the soft belly portion prized for its rich flavor and melting texture.

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

Example sentences with とろ

脂の甘みを楽しめるのが、とろの魅力です。abura no ama mi o tano shi me ru no ga to ro no mi ryoku de su

The appeal of fatty tuna is its rich, sweet flavor.

Tips for using とろ

  • For English-speaking diners, toro can be useful to recognize as a menu term for a specific part of tuna, not the name of a separate fish.

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