English–Japanese

“japanese radish” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajidaikon

Example

この大根は大きいです。ko no dai kon wa ō ki i de su

This Japanese radish is big.

Illustration for 大根 (japanese radish)

How to say “japanese radish” in Japanese

“Japanese radish” in Japanese is 大根 (daikon).

The word centers on a firm root vegetable whose fresh, slightly sharp flavor works in both raw and cooked dishes.

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

Example sentences with 大根

冬になると、大根をよく買います。fuyu ni na ru to dai kon o yo ku ka i ma su

I often buy Japanese radishes in winter.

Tips for using 大根

  • In English-language recipes, the loanword daikon usually names the long white radish used in salads, pickles, soups, and stir-fries.

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