English–Japanese
“soy sauce” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajishōyu
Example
醤油を取ってください。shō yu o to tte ku da sa i
Please pass the soy sauce.
How to say “soy sauce” in Japanese
“Soy sauce” in Japanese is 醤油 (shōyu).
Describes a salty, savory liquid seasoning traditionally made by fermenting soybeans and grains.
Example sentences with 醤油
焼き魚に醤油をかけます。ya ki zakana ni shō yu o ka ke ma su
I pour soy sauce over grilled fish.
Tips for using 醤油
- English speakers commonly use soy sauce as the full name of the condiment, while soy alone usually refers to the bean or products made from it.