Japanese word

おいしい

Pronunciation

Romajioishii

Meaning

  • i-adjectivedelicious, yummy

Example

このりんごはおいしいです。ko no ri n go wa o i shi i de su

This apple is delicious.

Illustration for おいしい (delicious)

More examples

このいちごはおいしいです。ko no i chi go wa o i shi i de su

This strawberry is yummy.

このスープは野菜の味がして、とてもおいしいです。ko no sū pu wa ya sai no aji ga shi te to te mo o i shi i de su

This soup has a vegetable flavor and is very tasty.

Core concept

Describes something that gives a pleasing taste and makes eating or drinking it enjoyable.

Common phrases

  • おいしい料理o i shi i ryō ri

    delicious food

Similar words

うまいumai: Describes food or drink that tastes good, often in casual speech.

Definition in Japanese

食べ物や飲み物などの味がよく、心地よく感じられるさま。ta be mono ya no mi mono na do no aji ga yo ku kokochi yo ku kan ji ra re ru sa ma

Word origin

The word おいしい (oishii, "delicious") comes from the older adjective いしい (ishii, "tasty"); the initial お (o) belongs to the modern form, but its exact origin is unclear.

Usage tips

  • The expression おいしい話 (oishii hanashi) uses this word figuratively for an appealing deal or opportunity.

Opposites

Related words

  • おいしさoishisadeliciousnessnoun

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